Taro, raw
FDC 169308cup, sliced (104 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 79 · -14 vs Vegetables medianOn our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Taro, raw is a strongly nutrient-dense choice at 79 of 100. Within vegetables it ranks 42 of 60. Per 100 grams it is a good source of vitamin e (16% DV), a good source of dietary fiber (15% DV), a good source of potassium (13% DV). Most of its 112 calories per 100 grams come from carbohydrate.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Sugars | 0.4 g | |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
| Potassium | 591 mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.55 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 33 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 4 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2.4 mg | 16% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 116 kcal | 6% |
| Total fat | 0.21 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 28 g | 10% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Sugars | 0.42 g | |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
| Potassium | 615 mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.57 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 34 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 4.7 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 4.2 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2.5 mg | 17% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 169308Original 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 vegetables median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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