Vital wheat gluten
FDC 168147
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 76 · +12 vs Grains & pasta medianOn our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Vital wheat gluten is a strongly nutrient-dense choice at 76 of 100. Within grains & pasta it ranks 8 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (150% DV), an excellent source of iron (29% DV), a good source of calcium (11% DV). Most of its 370 calories per 100 grams come from protein.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | 19% |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.27 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 29 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 14 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 75 g | 150% |
| Potassium | 100 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 168147Original 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 grains & pasta median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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