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Nutritional Profile of Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
We got 32 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks quite high (Top 100) for two nutrients.
These are
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks well (Top 250) for two additional nutrients:
- Folate, food (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Vegetables and Vegetable Products) shows that it ranks well (Top 50) for two nutrients.
These are
- Water (Water)
- Vitamin C (Water-soluble Vitamins)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks moderately (Top 100) for five additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
- Zinc, Zn (Minerals)
- Folate, DFE (Water-soluble Vitamins)
- Folate, food (Water-soluble Vitamins)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
In food category: Vegetables and Vegetable Products
| Carbohydrates (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Carbohydrates, by difference | 3.7 g | 1 g | 722 | 2154 |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.8 g | 793.8 mg | 66 | 222 |
| Fatty Acids (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 170 mg | 48.2 mg | 426 | 1752 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 1 g | 283.5 mg | 418 | 1519 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 72 µg | 20.4 µg | 98 | 383 |
| Folate, food | 72 µg | 20.4 µg | 98 | 217 |
| Folate, total | 72 µg | 20.4 µg | 98 | 311 |
| Niacin | 400 µg | 113.4 µg | 579 | 2136 |
| Pantothenic Acid | 212 µg | 60.1 µg | 233 | 973 |
| Riboflavin | 40 µg | 11.3 µg | 243 | 771 |
| Thiamin | 40 µg | 11.3 µg | 203 | 844 |
| Vitamin B6 | 43 µg | 12.2 µg | 317 | 938 |
| Vitamin C | 84 mg | 23.8 mg | 36 | 85 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Carotene | 185 µg | 52.4 µg | 128 | 317 |
| beta-Carotene | 190 µg | 53.9 µg | 636 | 976 |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 170 µg | 48.2 µg | 488 | 864 |
| Vitamin A, IU | 471 IU | 133.5 IU | 230 | 602 |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 24 µg | 6.8 µg | 427 | 688 |
| Minerals (10) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 19 mg | 5.4 mg | 178 | 529 |
| Copper, Cu | 34 µg | 9.6 µg | 274 | 815 |
| Iron, Fe | 430 µg | 121.9 µg | 251 | 883 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 17 mg | 4.8 mg | 106 | 343 |
| Manganese, Mn | 89 µg | 25.2 µg | 317 | 941 |
| Phosphorus, P | 31 mg | 8.8 mg | 141 | 642 |
| Potassium, K | 296 mg | 83.9 mg | 267 | 602 |
| Selenium, Se | 0.2 µg | 0.1 µg | 103 | 697 |
| Sodium, Na | 5 mg | 1.4 mg | 445 | 1151 |
| Zinc, Zn | 800 µg | 226.8 µg | 72 | 834 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 94 g | 26.6 g | 31 | 68 |
| Other (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Ash | 1.1 g | 311.8 mg | 140 | 550 |
| Kcal (Energy) | 17 kcal | 4.8 kcal | 205 | 672 |
| KJ (Energy) | 71 kj | 20.1 kj | 305 | 1088 |
Foods Available Online
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Common Serving Sizes Of Raw Balsam-Pear (Bitter Gourd, Pods)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| Cup (1/2" Pieces) | 93.0 g | 3.3 oz |
| Balsam-pear | 124.0 g | 4.4 oz |
5 Similar Vegetables or Vegetable Products
Explore the nutrient content of similar vegetables and vegetable products below by clicking on their names.
Similar Vegetables and Vegetable Products 1 - 5
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| Balsam-Pear | No of Nutrients |
(Bitter Gourd, With Salt, Drained, Leafy Tips) | 35 |
(Bitter Gourd, With Salt, Drained, Pods) | 35 |
(Bitter Gourd, Without Salt, Drained, Leafy Tips) | 45 |
(Bitter Gourd, Without Salt, Drained, Pods) | 42 |
(Bitter Gourd, Leafy Tips) | 28 |
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