Seeds

Nigella Seeds

Nigella seeds are packed with valuable nutrients, offering a rich source of protein and dietary fiber that supports digestive health. They provide a notable amount of calcium and iron, essential for strong bones and healthy red blood cell formation. Additional minerals like potassium, magnesium, and zinc contribute to overall wellness. With moderate fat and sugar content, nigella seeds make a versatile and nutritious addition to your diet.

Macro Impact

A Serving (3 g) of Nigella Seeds contains 10 calories, 0.45 g of protein, 1.3 g of carbohydrates, and 0.45 g of fat.

Calorie Burn

How long would it take to burn off 10 calories?

  • Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace2 min
  • YogaModerate effort, gentle pace3 min
  • SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort1 min
  • Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort1 min
  • StairsStair climbing, moderate pace1 min
  • Running5 mph (12 min/mile)1 min

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Nutritional composition

Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).

Values per Serving (3 g)

Carbohydrates

  • Carbohydrates1.3 / 313 g(0%)
  • Dietary Fiber0.9 / 38 g(2%)
  • Soluble Fiber0.24 g
  • Insoluble Fiber0.66 g
  • Total Sugars0.15 g
  • Added Sugars0 / 63 g(0%)
  • Sugar Alcohols0 g
  • Other Carbohydrates0 g
  • Sorbitol0 g
  • Xylitol0 g

Fats

  • Total Fat0.45 / 83 g(1%)
  • Saturated Fat0.09 / 25 g(0%)
  • Trans Fat0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat0.11 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat0.26 g
  • Cholesterol0 / 300 mg(0%)
  • Omega-30.01 g
  • Omega-60.26 g
  • Omega-90.11 g
  • Oleic Acid0.11 g
  • Capric Acid0 g
  • Erucic Acid0 g
  • Lauric Acid0 g
  • Stearic Acid0.03 g
  • Caprylic Acid0 g
  • Linoleic Acid0.26 g
  • Myristic Acid0 g
  • Palmitic Acid0.06 g
  • Linolenic Acid0.01 g
  • Eicosenoic Acid0 g
  • Arachidonic Acid0 g
  • Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.01 g
  • Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 g
  • Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)0 g
  • Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g
  • Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g
  • Dihomo-Gamma-Linolenic Acid (DGLA)0 g

Protein

  • Protein0.45 / 56 g(1%)

Amino Acids

  • Lysine0.02 g
  • Serine0.02 g
  • Valine0.03 g
  • Alanine0.03 g
  • Cystine0 g
  • Cysteine0.01 g
  • Proline0.02 g
  • Taurine0 mg
  • Arginine0.03 g
  • Histidine0.01 g
  • Threonine0.02 g
  • Isoleucine0.02 g
  • Methionine0.01 g
  • Tryptophan0.01 g
  • Glutamic Acid0.08 g
  • Aspartic Acid0.05 g
  • Phenylalanine0.03 g
  • Glycine0.02 g
  • Leucine0.04 g
  • Tyrosine0.01 g

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A0.15 / 900 ug(0%)
  • Vitamin C0 / 90 mg(0%)
  • Vitamin D0 / 15 ug(0%)
  • Vitamin E0.05 / 15 mg(0%)
  • Vitamin K0.09 / 120 ug(0%)
  • Vitamin B60.02 / 1.3 mg(1%)
  • Vitamin B120 / 2.4 ug(0%)
  • Thiamin (B1)0.05 / 1.2 mg(4%)
  • Riboflavin (B2)0 / 1.3 mg(0%)
  • Niacin (B3)0.17 / 16 mg(1%)
  • Folate3 / 400 ug(1%)
  • Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.02 / 5 mg(0%)
  • Biotin0.3 / 30 ug(1%)
  • Choline0.45 / 550 mg(0%)

Minerals

  • Calcium30 / 1,000 mg(3%)
  • Iron0.3 / 8 mg(4%)
  • Magnesium10.5 / 420 mg(3%)
  • Phosphorus18 / 700 mg(3%)
  • Potassium25.5 / 3,400 mg(1%)
  • Sodium0.6 / 2,300 mg(0%)
  • Zinc0.15 / 11 mg(1%)
  • Copper0.03 / 0.9 mg(3%)
  • Manganese0.05 / 2.3 mg(2%)
  • Selenium0.36 / 55 ug(1%)
  • Iodine0 / 150 ug(0%)
  • Chromium0 / 35 ug(0%)
  • Molybdenum0.15 / 45 ug(0%)
  • Chloride0 / 2,300 mg(0%)

Other

  • Water0.15 / 3,700 g(0%)
  • Caffeine0 mg
  • Alcohol0 g

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