Nuts & seeds

Nuts, almonds

FDC 170567cup, whole (143 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 80 · +15 vs Nuts & seeds median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Nuts, almonds ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 80 of 100. Within nuts & seeds it ranks 10 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of vitamin e (171% DV), an excellent source of magnesium (64% DV), an excellent source of dietary fiber (45% DV). Most of its 579 calories per 100 grams come from fat.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.2 g · 14%Carb 21.6 g · 14%Fat 49.9 g · 72%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories579 kcal29%
Total fat50 g64%
Saturated fat3.8 g19%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium1 mg0%
Carbohydrate22 g8%
Dietary fiber13 g45%
Sugars4.4 g
Protein21 g42%
Potassium733 mg16%
Calcium269 mg21%
Iron3.7 mg21%
Magnesium270 mg64%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E26 mg171%

Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain

FDC 170567

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Vitamin E171% DV
Magnesium64% DV
Dietary fiber45% DV
Protein42% DV
Calcium21% DV
Iron21% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the nuts & seeds median

Nutrient density80 vs 65 median
Protein / 100 g21 vs 15 median
Fiber / 100 g13 vs 6 median
Sodium / 100 g1 vs 12 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Nuts, coconut water (liquid from coconuts)Density 82 vs 80Seeds, chia seeds, driedDensity 83 vs 80Seeds, sesame flour, partially defattedDensity 84 vs 80

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