Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated)
FDC 169412cup (150 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 57 · -8 vs Nuts & seeds medianOn our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Seeds, sesame seed kernels, dried (decorticated) is middling for nutrient density at 57 of 100. Within nuts & seeds it ranks 35 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of magnesium (82% DV), an excellent source of dietary fiber (41% DV), an excellent source of protein (41% DV). Most of its 631 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in saturated fat (9.1 g per 100 g).
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 631 kcal | 32% |
| Total fat | 61 g | 78% |
| Saturated fat | 9.1 g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 12 g | 41% |
| Sugars | 0.48 g | |
| Protein | 20 g | 41% |
| Potassium | 370 mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 35% |
| Magnesium | 345 mg | 82% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 1.7 mg | 11% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 947 kcal | 47% |
| Total fat | 92 g | 118% |
| Saturated fat | 14 g | 68% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 71 mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 18 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 17 g | 62% |
| Sugars | 0.72 g | |
| Protein | 31 g | 61% |
| Potassium | 555 mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% |
| Magnesium | 518 mg | 123% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4.5 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 2.5 mg | 17% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 169412Original 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.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the nuts & seeds median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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