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Tahini (Sesame Paste)

Nut Products · Seed Butters · per 100 g

A nut-based product providing healthy fats and protein. Versatile ingredient for smoothies, baking, and cooking.

Nutrient density 8.5GI LowStaple foodAllergen: Sesame

Macronutrients

Calories595 kcal 30% DV
Protein17 g 34% DV
Carbohydrates21 g 8% DV
Fat54 g 69% DV
Fiber9.3 g 33% DV
Total sugars0.5 g no %DV*
Sodium115 mg 5% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A3.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C0.0 mg 0%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.3 mg 2%
Vitamin K0.0 µg 0%
Thiamin B11.2 mg 102%
Riboflavin B20.47 mg 36%
Niacin B35.5 mg 34%
Vitamin B60.15 mg 9%
Folate B998 µg 24%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium426 mg 33%
Iron8.9 mg 49%
Magnesium95 mg 23%
Phosphorus732 mg 59%
Potassium414 mg 9%
Zinc4.6 mg 42%
Selenium34 µg 63%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
2 tbsp30 g
1 tbsp15 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

Calcium — Calcium supports bone density

Serum Iron — Iron supports hemoglobin and oxygen transport

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Best timing around exercise

Balanced meal timing recommended

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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