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Sweet Corn

Grains · Corn · per 100 g

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

Nutrient density 6.5GI Medium HighStaple food

Macronutrients

Calories96 kcal 5% DV
Protein3.4 g 7% DV
Carbohydrates21 g 8% DV
Fat1.5 g 2% DV
Fiber2.4 g 9% DV
Total sugars4.5 g no %DV*
Sodium1.0 mg 0% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A10 µg 1%
Vitamin C6.2 mg 7%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.07 mg 0%
Vitamin K0.4 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.09 mg 8%
Riboflavin B20.06 mg 5%
Niacin B31.7 mg 10%
Vitamin B60.14 mg 8%
Folate B923 µg 6%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium2.0 mg 0%
Iron0.45 mg 2%
Magnesium26 mg 6%
Phosphorus77 mg 6%
Potassium218 mg 5%
Zinc0.62 mg 6%
Selenium0.2 µg 0%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 medium ear90 g
1 cup kernels154 g

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 Sweet Corn — FAO/INFOODS, 2023