Seeds, safflower seed kernels, dried
FDC 170558oz (28 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
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, safflower seed kernels, dried is middling for nutrient density at 57 of 100. Within nuts & seeds it ranks 37 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of magnesium (84% DV), an excellent source of protein (32% DV), an excellent source of iron (27% DV). Most of its 517 calories per 100 grams come from fat.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 517 kcal | 26% |
| Total fat | 38 g | 49% |
| Saturated fat | 3.7 g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 34 g | 12% |
| Dietary fiber | - | |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 16 g | 32% |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 353 mg | 84% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 11 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 0.84 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Dietary fiber | - | |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
| Potassium | 192 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 99 mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0.84 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 170558Original 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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