Amaranth Grain, Cooked

Serving Size 1 cup

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Amaranth Grain, Cooked with a serving size of 1 cup has a total of 250.92 calories with 3.89 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 246 grams of food and contains 35.01 calories from fat. This item is classified as cereal grains and pasta foods.

This food is a good source of magnesium, copper and manganese .

Magnesium 38% of DV

A serving of 246 grams of amaranth grain, cooked has 38% of the recommended daily needs of magnesium.

Copper 41% of DV

A serving of 246 grams of amaranth grain, cooked has 41% of the recommended daily needs of copper.

Manganese 91% of DV

A serving of 246 grams of amaranth grain, cooked has 91% of the recommended daily needs of manganese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (246 g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 250.92 Calories from Fat 35
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.9g 6%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 14.8mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 15%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g 21%
Sugars 0g
Protein 9g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 9% Iron 29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Vitamins

NutrientAmountDV %
Vitamin B-60.28 mg16%
Vitamin E0.47 mg3%
→ Beta Tocopherol0.93 mg-
→ Delta Tocopherol0.59 mg-
→ Gamma Tocopherol0.12 mg-
→ Alpha Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Beta Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Delta Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Gamma Tocotrienol0.05 mg-

Vitamins are organic compounds required by your body to grow and develop normally. A balanced diet with a variety of foods is the best way to get the 13 different vitamins that your body requires.

Carbohydrates

NutrientAmountDV %
Carbohydrate45.98 g15%
→ Starch39.93 g-
Fiber5.17 g21%

Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, saccharides, sugars or starches are the most abundant food source and a key form of energy for your body. Once ingested your body transforms carbohydrates into glucose which is used by your body as an energy source for your cells, tissues and organs.

Fats & Fatty Acids

NutrientAmountDV %
Fat3.89 g6%

Fat is important in your diet because it gives you energy and helps your body absorb vitamins. Fat is stored in your body in the form of fatty acids. Fatty acids are classified in three different types or families: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.

Proteins & Amino Acids

NutrientAmountDV %
Protein9.35 g18%

Proteins are present in every cell of your body and are crucial to build and maintain your bones, muscles and skin. Sources of proteins include meat, dairy products, nuts, beans and some grains. It is important to eat foods with the appropriate amount of dietary protein every day because your body does not store protein in the same way fats and carbohydrates are stored.

Minerals

NutrientAmountDV %
Calcium115.62 mg9%
Copper0.37 mg41%
Iron5.17 mg29%
Magnesium159.9 mg38%
Manganese2.1 mg91%
Phosphorus364.08 mg29%
Potassium332.1 mg7%
Selenium13.53 µg25%
Sodium14.76 mg1%
Zinc2.12 mg19%

Minerals are chemical elements required by your body to grow and stay healthy. There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. Macrominerals are needed by your body needs in larger amounts, while trace minerals are needed by your body in small amounts.

Sterols

NutrientAmountDV %

Cholesterol is a fat like chemical compound that your body requires to build cell membranes and to produce vitamin D and hormones like estrogen and testosterone. Although your body makes all the cholesterol it needs, this nutrient is commonly found in foods like meat, eggs and cheese.

Miscellaneous

NutrientAmountDV %
Ash1.89 g-
Water184.89 g-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Amaranth Grain, Cooked with 250.92calories? A brisk walk for 55 minutes, jogging for 26 minutes, or hiking for 42 minutes will help your burn off the calories in amaranth grain, cooked.

Burn off time varies based on your weight, physical activity and exercise intensity. The following physical activity table contains an estimated burn off time for a person weighting 154 lbs.

Physical ActivityBurn Off Time
Bicycling - 10 mph or less52 minutes
Dancing46 minutes
Golfing46 minutes
Hiking42 minutes
Light Gardening46 minutes
Stretching84 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph55 minutes
Weight Training - light workout70 minutes
Aerobics31 minutes
Basketball34 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more26 minutes
Running - 5 mph26 minutes
Swimming30 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph33 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout34 minutes
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Barley, Pearled, Raw3521.16g9.91g77.72g
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Footnotes

Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie reference diet. Factors like age, gender and level of physical activity may affect your daily required values.
Nutrition data based on the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28.
The editorial opinions regarding food value or quality in this website are given without warranty, and are not intended to replace medical advice or a nutritionist guidance.

Dietary Recommendations

A healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level could help achieve and maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Healthy eating habits include the following:

  • Vegetables from all subgroups, including dark, green, red and orange vegetables and also beans and peas
  • A variety of whole fruits
  • Grains with at least half of which are whole grains
  • Low or fat free dairy products, including milk, yogurt, cheese and/or fortified soy beverages
  • Protein foods, including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs and nuts
  • Oils with limited amounts of saturated fats and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium