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Water chestnut

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 5.0GI Low

Macronutrients

Calories97 kcal 5% DV
Protein2.0 g 4% DV
Carbohydrates24 g 9% DV
Fat0.1 g 0% DV
Fiber3.0 g 11% DV
Total sugars4.8 g no %DV*
Sodium14 mg 1% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin C4.0 mg 4%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E1.2 mg 8%
Vitamin K0.3 µg 0%
Thiamin B10.14 mg 12%
Riboflavin B20.2 mg 15%
Niacin B31.0 mg 6%
Vitamin B60.33 mg 19%
Folate B916 µg 4%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium11 mg 1%
Iron0.06 mg 0%
Magnesium22 mg 5%
Phosphorus63 mg 5%
Potassium584 mg 12%
Zinc0.5 mg 5%
Selenium0.7 µg 1%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1/2 cup sliced62 g
4 water chestnuts36 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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