Sunflower seeds
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 12gCarbs
- Fiber
- 6.3gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 5.7gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 2.4gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 35Glycemic Index
- Glycemic Load
- 0.8Glycemic Load
Legend
Color-coded system for nutritional impact: Use for food choices, especially for diabetes or low-carb diets.
Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- Yes
- Carnivore
- No
- Paleo
- Yes
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- Yes
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Sunflower seeds
- Water6.0g
- Fiber6.3g
- Carbs12.0g
- Fat49.0g
- Protein22.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Not present
- Purine
- Low
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- Not present
- Oxalate
- Moderate
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Not present
- Antioxidants
- High
Legend
For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.
Sunflower seeds are a nutritional powerhouse, supplying high levels of essential minerals such as magnesium, iron, and phosphorus. They fit well in a low-carb diet due to their fiber content.
- High in magnesium, providing 597% of the RDA.
- Contains 12g of total carbohydrates with 6.3g of fiber.
- Offers high levels of iron, fulfilling 226% of the RDA.
Is Sunflower seeds keto?
Sunflower seeds are suitable for a ketogenic diet due to their low net carb content, which is essential for maintaining ketosis. Their high fiber content helps offset the total carbs, making them keto-friendly.
Carbohydrate Impact and Glycemic Index of Sunflower seeds
Sunflower seeds have a glycemic index (GI) of 35, categorizing them as low-GI food. This means they have a minimal impact on blood sugar levels. Their glycemic load (GL) is also low, enhancing their suitability for blood sugar control.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 0
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 1.9
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.14
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.6
- Beta-Carotene
- 15
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 5
- Calcium
- 100
- Iron
- 6.3
- Potassium
- 725
- Magnesium
- 420
- Phosphorus
- 620
- Zinc
- 5.7
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Not present
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- Traces
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
Legend
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 593 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 15 |
| CalciumMineral | 100 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 12 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 49 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 6.3 |
| IronMineral | 6.3 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 420 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 620 |
| PotassiumMineral | 725 |
| ProteinMacro | 22 |
| SodiumMineral | 5 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 1.9 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.14 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.6 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 0 |
| WaterMacro | 6 |
| ZincMineral | 5.7 |
