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Nutmeg (jaiphal)

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: NUTMEG, JAIPHAL

Nutmeg (jaiphal) 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 Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) (approximately 159% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Total Fat (approximately 83% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here are the full nutrition details.

Nutrition Summary

525kcalCalories
5.8gProtein
49.3gCarbs
36.3gFat
20.8gFiber
Protein 4% Carbs 38% Fat 62%

Micronutrients

High in:MagnesiumPhosphorusThiamin (B1)IronZinc
Calcium184 mg(18%)
Iron3.0 mg(23%)
Zinc2.1 mg(23%)
Potassium350 mg(12%)
Sodium16.0 mg(3%)
Magnesium183 mg(52%)
Phosphorus213 mg(30%)
Thiamin (B1)0.3 mg(30%)
Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg(5%)
Niacin (B3)1.3 mg(9%)
Vitamin C3.0 mg(4%)
Carotenoids9.0 µg(0%)
β-Carotene3.0 µg(0%)
Vitamin A0 µg(0%)
Folate (B9)10.0 µg(3%)
Vitamin B60.2 mg(12%)
Vitamin B120 µg(0%)
Vitamin D0 µg(0%)
Vitamin E1.0 mg(7%)
Fat Breakdown4
MUFA23.9 g
159%
PUFA1.8 g
30%
Omega-30.3 g
24%
Omega-61.5 g
10%
Limit These2
Saturated Fat5.5 g
Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 tsp ground2g
11 kcal0.1g protein
100 g100g
525 kcal5.8g 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.