Borage, raw has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
With 1.6 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Borage, raw has been given a composite ranking of 97, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 28% | |
Calories from Fat | 24% | |
Calories from Carbs | 48% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 3738 IU | 74.8% | ||
Retinol | 186.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 31.2 mg | 52% | ||
Thiamin | 0.1 mg | 6.7% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 5.9% | ||
Niacin | 0.8 mg | 4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 5% | ||
Folate | 11.6 mcg | 2.9% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 82.8 mg | 8.3% | ||
Iron | 2.9 mg | 16.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 47.2 mg | 4.7% | ||
Potassium | 418.3 mg | 12% | ||
Sodium | 71.2 mg | 3% | ||
Zinc | 0.2 mg | 1.3% | ||
Copper | 0.1 mg | 5% | ||
Manganese | 0.3 mg | 15% | ||
Selenium | 0.8 mcg | 1.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 0.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 1.6 g | 3.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.6 g | 0.92% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 19 Calories from Fat 6
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.6 g 0.92%
Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 71.2 mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates 2.7 g 0.9%
Dietary Fiber
Sugars
Protein 1.6 g 3.2%
Vitamin A 74.8% Vitamin C 52%
Calcium 8.3% Iron 16.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 224
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 26.6 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 483
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 72.4 g | Fat 24.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 268
Protein 11 g | Carbs 37.9 g | Fat 8.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 608
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 49 g | Fat 43.1 g