Saffron nutrition: calories, carbs, GI, protein, fiber, fats
Spices, saffron
*all the values are displayed for the amount of 100 grams
Important nutritional characteristics for Saffron
| Glycemic index ⓘ Gi values are taken from various scientific sources. GI values less than 55 are considered as low. Values above 70 are considered as high. | 70 (medium) |
| Calories ⓘ Calories for selected serving | 310 kcal |
| Net Carbs ⓘ Net Carbs = Total Carbohydrates – Fiber – Sugar Alcohols | 61 grams |
| Default serving size ⓘ Serving sizes are mostly taken from FDA's Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACCs) | 0.25 tsp (0.5 grams) |
| Acidity (Based on PRAL) ⓘ PRAL (Potential renal acid load) is calculated using a formula. On the PRAL scale the higher the positive value, the more is the acidifying effect on the body. The lower the negative value, the higher the alkalinity of the food. 0 is neutral. | -29.6 (alkaline) |
Saffron calories (kcal)
| Serving Size | Calories | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Calories in 100 grams | 310 | |
| Calories in 0.25 tsp | 2 | 0.5 g |
| Calories in 1 tbsp | 7 | 2.1 g |
Saffron Glycemic index (GI)
Gi values are taken from various scientific sources. GI values less than 55 are considered as low. Values above 70 are considered as high.
Mineral coverage chart
Mineral chart - relative view
Vitamin coverage chart
Vitamin A:
1590IU of 5,000IU
32%
Vitamin E:
0mg of 15mg
0%
Vitamin D:
0µg of 10µg
0%
Vitamin C:
242mg of 90mg
269%
Vitamin B1:
0.35mg of 1mg
29%
Vitamin B2:
0.8mg of 1mg
62%
Vitamin B3:
4.4mg of 16mg
27%
Vitamin B5:
0mg of 5mg
0%
Vitamin B6:
3mg of 1mg
233%
Folate:
279µg of 400µg
70%
Vitamin B12:
0µg of 2µg
0%
Choline:
0mg of 550mg
0%
Vitamin K:
0µg of 120µg
0%
Vitamin chart - relative view
Vitamin D
0 µg
TOP 100%
Macronutrients chart
Protein:
Daily Value: 23%
11.4 g of 50 g
11.4 g (23% of DV )
Fats:
Daily Value: 9%
5.9 g of 65 g
5.9 g (9% of DV )
Carbs:
Daily Value: 22%
65.4 g of 300 g
65.4 g (22% of DV )
Water:
Daily Value: 1%
11.9 g of 2,000 g
11.9 g (1% of DV )
Other:
5.5 g
5.5 g
Fat type information
Saturated Fat:
1.6 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
0.43 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
2.1 g
Fiber content ratio for Saffron
Sugar:
0 g
Fiber:
3.9 g
Other:
61 g
All nutrients for Saffron per 100g
| Nutrient | Value | DV% | In TOP % of foods | Comparison |
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% | 28% |
6.6 times more than Orange
|
| Protein | 11g | 27% | 41% |
4.1 times more than Broccoli
|
| Fats | 5.9g | 9% | 47% |
5.7 times less than Cheese
|
| Vitamin C | 81mg | 90% | 11% |
1.5 times more than Lemon
|
| Net carbs | 61g | N/A | 13% |
1.1 times more than Chocolate
|
| Carbs | 65g | 22% | 14% |
2.3 times more than Rice
|
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Magnesium | 264mg | 63% | 10% |
1.9 times more than Almonds
|
| Calcium | 111mg | 11% | 20% |
1.1 times less than Milk
|
| Potassium | 1724mg | 51% | 6% |
11.7 times more than Cucumber
|
| Iron | 11mg | 139% | 5% |
4.3 times more than Beef broiled
|
| Fiber | 3.9g | 16% | 22% |
1.6 times more than Orange
|
| Copper | 0.33mg | 36% | 24% |
2.3 times more than Shiitake
|
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 10% | 52% |
5.8 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Phosphorus | 252mg | 36% | 22% |
1.4 times more than Chicken meat
|
| Sodium | 148mg | 6% | 45% |
3.3 times less than White Bread
|
| Vitamin A | 27µg | 3% | 40% | |
| Selenium | 5.6µg | 10% | 66% | |
| Manganese | 28mg | 1235% | 25% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.12mg | 10% | 44% |
2.3 times less than Pea raw
|
| Vitamin B2 | 0.27mg | 21% | 31% |
2.1 times more than Avocado
|
| Vitamin B3 | 1.5mg | 9% | 63% |
6.6 times less than Turkey meat
|
| Vitamin B6 | 1mg | 78% | 14% |
8.5 times more than Oat
|
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0% | 100% |
N/A
|
| Folate | 93µg | 23% | 25% |
1.5 times more than Brussels sprouts
|
| Trans Fat | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% | 52% |
3.7 times less than Beef broiled
|
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.43g | N/A | 73% |
22.8 times less than Avocado
|
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.1g | N/A | 31% |
22.8 times less than Walnut
|
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | N/A | 100% |
N/A
|
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.01g | N/A | 48% |
28.3 times less than Salmon
|
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NUTRITION FACTS LABEL
Nutrition Facts
___servings per container
Serving Size ______________
Serving Size ______________
Amount Per 100g
Calories 310
% Daily Value*
9%
Total Fat
5.9g
7.2%
Saturated Fat 1.6g
0
Trans Fat
0g
0
Cholesterol 0mg
6.4%
Sodium 148mg
22%
Total Carbohydrate
65g
16%
Dietary Fiber
3.9g
Total Sugars 0g
Includes ? g Added Sugars
Protein
11g
Vitamin D
0mcg
0
Calcium
111mg
11%
Iron
11mg
139%
Potassium
1724mg
51%
*
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health checks
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Dietary cholesterol is not associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease in healthy individuals. However, dietary cholesterol is common in foods that are high in harmful saturated fats.
Source
Low in Cholesterol
ⓘ
Trans fat consumption increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality by negatively affecting blood lipid levels.
Source
No Trans Fats
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Saturated fat intake can raise total cholesterol and LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, leading to an increased risk of atherosclerosis. Dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fats to under 10% of calories a day.
Source
Low in Saturated Fats
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While the consumption of moderate amounts of added sugars is not detrimental to health, an excessive intake can increase the risk of obesity, and therefore, diabetes.
Source
Low in Sugars
Saffron nutrition infographic
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References
All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.