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Pita Bread

Grains · Flatbread · per 100 g

A staple grain providing sustained energy through complex carbohydrates. Foundation of balanced nutrition across world cuisines.

Nutrient density 5.0GI Medium HighStaple foodAllergen: Gluten

Macronutrients

Calories275 kcal 14% DV
Protein9.1 g 18% DV
Carbohydrates56 g 20% DV
Fat1.2 g 2% DV
Fiber2.2 g 8% DV
Total sugars1.6 g no %DV*
Sodium536 mg 23% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C0.0 mg 0%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.08 mg 1%
Vitamin K0.3 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.45 mg 38%
Riboflavin B20.22 mg 17%
Niacin B34.5 mg 28%
Vitamin B60.03 mg 2%
Folate B996 µg 24%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium86 mg 7%
Iron2.6 mg 15%
Magnesium26 mg 6%
Phosphorus97 mg 8%
Potassium120 mg 3%
Zinc0.83 mg 8%
Selenium27 µg 49%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 large pita60 g
1 mini pita28 g

What it supports in your body

Serum Iron — Iron supports hemoglobin and oxygen transport

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Best timing around exercise

2-3 hours pre-workout for sustained energy. White rice post-workout for fast glycogen replenishment

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 Pita Bread — FAO/INFOODS, 2023