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Lotus root

Vegetables · Root Tubers · per 100 g

A wholesome vegetable packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. Important for digestive health and disease prevention.

Nutrient density 6.5GI Low

Macronutrients

Calories74 kcal 4% DV
Protein2.6 g 5% DV
Carbohydrates17 g 6% DV
Fat0.1 g 0% DV
Fiber4.9 g 18% DV
Total sugars0.0 g no %DV*
Sodium40 mg 2% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C44 mg 49%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.24 mg 2%
Vitamin K0.1 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.16 mg 13%
Riboflavin B20.22 mg 17%
Niacin B30.4 mg 2%
Vitamin B60.26 mg 15%
Folate B913 µg 3%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium45 mg 3%
Iron1.2 mg 6%
Magnesium23 mg 5%
Phosphorus100 mg 8%
Potassium556 mg 12%
Zinc0.39 mg 4%
Selenium0.7 µg 1%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
10 slices81 g
1 cup sliced120 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

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Best timing around exercise

Any time — best with main meals. Avoid large servings of raw cruciferous pre-workout (gas risk)

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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Nutritional composition of Lotus root — FAO/INFOODS, 2023