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Nagkesar
Nutrition Facts Per 100g
Also known as: CASSIA BUDS, NAGKESHAR
Nagkesar 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 Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) (approximately 50% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Dietary Fiber (approximately 48% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.
Nutrition Summary
300kcalCalories
5.0gProtein
60.0gCarbs
10.0gFat
15.0gFiber
Micronutrients
High in:IronMagnesiumZincPhosphorusThiamin (B1)
Calcium100 mg(10%)
Iron5.0 mg(38%)
Zinc2.0 mg(21%)
Potassium400 mg(13%)
Sodium30.0 mg(6%)
Magnesium80.0 mg(23%)
Phosphorus150 mg(21%)
Thiamin (B1)0.2 mg(17%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg(8%)
Niacin (B3)1.0 mg(7%)
Vitamin C5.0 mg(6%)
Carotenoids100 µg(2%)
β-Carotene33.0 µg(1%)
Vitamin A11.0 µg(1%)
Folate (B9)30.0 µg(8%)
Vitamin B60.2 mg(15%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E0.5 mg(3%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA4.0 g
PUFA3.0 g
Omega-30.3 g
Omega-62.7 g
Limit These2
Saturated Fat2.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Common Serving Sizes
2-3 buds1g
3 kcal0.1g protein
1 tsp5g
15 kcal0.3g protein
100 g100g
300 kcal5.0g protein