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Ichinga / Snake Gourd

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: SNAKE GOURD, Podalangai

Ichinga / Snake Gourd is a foundational ingredient in Indian cooking, used in small quantities but contributing meaningful micronutrients and bioactive compounds. While typically consumed in amounts of 1-5g per serving, its nutrient density per 100g is noteworthy. Per 100g, it offers Potassium (approximately 12% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Zinc (approximately 8% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.

Nutrition Summary

18kcalCalories
0.5gProtein
3.3gCarbs
0.3gFat
0.6gFiber
Protein 11% Carbs 73% Fat 15%

Micronutrients

Calcium55.0 mg(6%)
Iron0.3 mg(2%)
Zinc0.8 mg(8%)
Potassium359 mg(12%)
Sodium33.0 mg(7%)
Magnesium20.0 mg(6%)
Phosphorus40.0 mg(6%)
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg(3%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.0 mg(2%)
Niacin (B3)0.3 mg(2%)
Vitamin C5.4 mg(7%)
Carotenoids0 µg(0%)
β-Carotene0 µg(0%)
Vitamin A0 µg(0%)
Folate (B9)10.0 µg(3%)
Vitamin B60.1 mg(8%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E0.1 mg(1%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA0.1 g
1%
PUFA0.1 g
2%
Omega-30 g
0%
Omega-60.1 g
1%
Limit These2
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 cup chopped100g
18 kcal0.5g protein
100 g100g
18 kcal0.5g protein

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Nutritional data per 100g. % values are approximate, based on Indian RDA guidelines (ICMR 2020) for typical adults. Individual needs vary by age, gender, and health status. This is not medical advice.