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Almonds

BLS 4.0 food: Sweet almond (Mandel süß), code H210100 · cross-reference USDA FDC #170567

Per portion (25 g)

136 kcalenergy
5.6 gprotein
2.5 gfibre
11.7 gfat
0.97 gcarbohydrate

Verified benefits — authorised EU health claims

Almonds meets the legal condition for these claims (Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 and (EU) No 432/2012). The numbers show exactly why.

Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass.
✓ 16 % of energy from protein; condition for "source of protein": at least 12 %.
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Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
✓ 16 % of energy from protein; condition for "source of protein": at least 12 %.
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Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
✓ 16 % of energy from protein; condition for "source of protein": at least 12 %.
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Linoleic acid contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.
✓ 10.3 g linoleic acid per 100 g; condition: at least 1.5 g per 100 g and per 100 kcal. Beneficial effect obtained with 10 g of linoleic acid per day.
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Replacing saturated fats in the diet with unsaturated fats contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels.
✓ 91 % of fatty acids are unsaturated and they provide 66 % of energy; condition for "high unsaturated fat": at least 70 % and more than 20 %.
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Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
✓ 23.9 mg per 100 g = 199 % of the EU NRV (12 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Thiamine contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
✓ 0.22 mg per 100 g = 20 % of the EU NRV (1.1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Thiamine contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 0.22 mg per 100 g = 20 % of the EU NRV (1.1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Thiamine contributes to the normal function of the heart.
✓ 0.22 mg per 100 g = 20 % of the EU NRV (1.1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Riboflavin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
✓ 1.2 mg per 100 g = 87 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal red blood cells.
✓ 1.2 mg per 100 g = 87 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
✓ 1.2 mg per 100 g = 87 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Riboflavin contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
✓ 1.2 mg per 100 g = 87 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Riboflavin contributes to the normal metabolism of iron.
✓ 1.2 mg per 100 g = 87 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Riboflavin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 1.2 mg per 100 g = 87 % of the EU NRV (1.4 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Niacin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
✓ 5.9 mg per 100 g = 37 % of the EU NRV (16 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Niacin contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 5.9 mg per 100 g = 37 % of the EU NRV (16 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Niacin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
✓ 5.9 mg per 100 g = 37 % of the EU NRV (16 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Niacin contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 5.9 mg per 100 g = 37 % of the EU NRV (16 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Biotin contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 70 µg per 100 g = 140 % of the EU NRV (50 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
✓ 70 µg per 100 g = 140 % of the EU NRV (50 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
✓ 70 µg per 100 g = 140 % of the EU NRV (50 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Folate contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy.
✓ 45 µg per 100 g = 23 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Folate contributes to normal blood formation.
✓ 45 µg per 100 g = 23 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Folate contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 45 µg per 100 g = 23 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Folate contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 45 µg per 100 g = 23 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Folate contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 45 µg per 100 g = 23 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Folate has a role in the process of cell division.
✓ 45 µg per 100 g = 23 % of the EU NRV (200 µg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Magnesium contributes to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 218 mg per 100 g = 58 % of the EU NRV (375 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function.
✓ 218 mg per 100 g = 58 % of the EU NRV (375 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function.
✓ 218 mg per 100 g = 58 % of the EU NRV (375 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Magnesium contributes to normal protein synthesis.
✓ 218 mg per 100 g = 58 % of the EU NRV (375 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Magnesium contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
✓ 218 mg per 100 g = 58 % of the EU NRV (375 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Potassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
✓ 676 mg per 100 g = 34 % of the EU NRV (2000 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Potassium contributes to normal muscle function.
✓ 676 mg per 100 g = 34 % of the EU NRV (2000 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Phosphorus contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
✓ 555 mg per 100 g = 79 % of the EU NRV (700 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Iron contributes to normal cognitive function.
✓ 3.1 mg per 100 g = 22 % of the EU NRV (14 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Iron contributes to normal formation of red blood cells and haemoglobin.
✓ 3.1 mg per 100 g = 22 % of the EU NRV (14 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Iron contributes to normal oxygen transport in the body.
✓ 3.1 mg per 100 g = 22 % of the EU NRV (14 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Iron contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 3.1 mg per 100 g = 22 % of the EU NRV (14 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Iron contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
✓ 3.1 mg per 100 g = 22 % of the EU NRV (14 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Zinc contributes to normal fertility and reproduction.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels in the blood.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal hair.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal nails.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODS
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODS
Zinc contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
EUR-LexEU CommissionNIH ODS
Zinc contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 3.2 mg per 100 g = 32 % of the EU NRV (10 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Copper contributes to maintenance of normal connective tissues.
✓ 0.9 mg per 100 g = 90 % of the EU NRV (1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Copper contributes to normal hair pigmentation.
✓ 0.9 mg per 100 g = 90 % of the EU NRV (1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Copper contributes to normal iron transport in the body.
✓ 0.9 mg per 100 g = 90 % of the EU NRV (1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Copper contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
✓ 0.9 mg per 100 g = 90 % of the EU NRV (1 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Manganese contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
✓ 1.8 mg per 100 g = 91 % of the EU NRV (2 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Manganese contributes to the normal formation of connective tissue.
✓ 1.8 mg per 100 g = 91 % of the EU NRV (2 mg); condition: at least 15 %.
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Also low in sodium — which relates to the authorised claims: “Reducing consumption of sodium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.”

Goals this food supports

Full nutrient profile

Values per 100 g edible portion as published by the Max Rubner-Institut (BLS 4.0, 10.25826/Data20251217-134202-0). "Origin" is the MRI's own data-provenance label; open "reference" for the underlying study or database. %NRV = share of the EU Nutrient Reference Value (Reg. (EU) 1169/2011, Annex XIII).

Energy & macronutrients

Nutrientper 100 gper 25 g%NRVOrigin
Energy544 kcal136 kcalBLS ENERCC · Calculated by formula
Protein22.3 g5.6 gBLS PROT625 · Aggregated from several sources
reference
Converted value from: Ozcan, M. M., et al. ; Characteristics of some almond kernel and oils.; Scientia Horticulturae; 2011; 137; 3
Converted value from: Askin, M. A., et al.; Fatty acid composition affected by kernel weight in almond [Prunus dulcis (Mill.) D.A. Webb.] genetic resources.; Journal of Food Composition and Analysis; 2007; 20; 1
Converted value from: Kalogeropoulos, N., et al.; Nutritional evaluation and health promoting activities of nuts and seeds cultivated in Greece.; International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition; 2013; 64; 6
Converted value from: Koivistoinen P; Mineral element composition of Finnish foods. N, K, Ca, Mg, P, S, Fe, Cu, Mn, Zn, Mo, Co, Ni, Cr, F, Se, Si, Rb, Al, B, Br, Hg, As, Cd, Pb and Ash; Almqvist & Wiksell; 1980
Converted value from: Yada, S., et al.; Natural variability in the nutrient composition of California-grown almonds; Journal of Food Composition and Analysis; 2013; 30; 2
Fat46.6 g11.7 gBLS FAT · Scientific literature
reference
Kalogeropoulos, N., et al.; Nutritional evaluation and health promoting activities of nuts and seeds cultivated in Greece.; International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition; 2013; 64; 6
Carbohydrate (available)3.9 g0.97 gBLS CHO · Calculated by formula
Sugars (total)3.6 g0.91 gBLS SUGAR · Calculated by formula
starch0.24 g0.06 gBLS STARCH · Aggregated from several sources
reference
Norwegian Food Safety Authority; Norwegian Food Composition Database; 2021
US Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service; USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Legacy Release; 2019
National Food Institute; Food data (frida.fooddata.dk), version 4.2; 2022
Dietary fibre10 g2.5 gBLS FIBT · Aggregated from several sources
reference
Converted value from: Max Rubner Institut; Ballaststoffgehalte verschiedener Lebensmittel; 2016
Converted value from: BfEL Detmold; Ballaststoffanalysen; 2002
fibreSoluble2.6 g0.65 gBLS FIBSOL · Aggregated from several sources
reference
BfEL Detmold; Ballaststoffanalysen; 2002
Max Rubner Institut; Ballaststoffgehalte verschiedener Lebensmittel; 2016
Water5.3 g1.3 gBLS WATER · Laboratory analysis
Salt0.01 g0.0 gBLS NACL · Calculated by formula

Fats & fatty acids

Nutrientper 100 gper 25 g%NRVOrigin
Saturated fat4 g1 gBLS FASAT · Calculated by formula
Monounsaturated fat29.5 g7.4 gBLS FAMS · Calculated by formula
Polyunsaturated fat10.3 g2.6 gBLS FAPU · Calculated by formula
Omega-3 fatty acids (total)0.04 g0.01 gBLS FAPUN3 · Calculated by formula
Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, omega-3)0.04 g0.01 gBLS F18:3CN3 · Scientific literature
reference
Converted value from: Kalogeropoulos, N., et al.; Nutritional evaluation and health promoting activities of nuts and seeds cultivated in Greece.; International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition; 2013; 64; 6
EPA0 mg0 mgBLS F20:5CN3 · Logische Null
DHA0 mg0 mgBLS F22:6CN3 · Logische Null
EPA + DHA (long-chain omega-3)0 mg0 mgBLS
omega610.3 g2.6 gBLS FAPUN6 · Calculated by formula
Linoleic acid (omega-6)10.3 g2.6 gBLS F18:2CN6 · Scientific literature
reference
Converted value from: Kalogeropoulos, N., et al.; Nutritional evaluation and health promoting activities of nuts and seeds cultivated in Greece.; International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition; 2013; 64; 6
Oleic acid28.7 g7.2 gBLS F18:1CN9 · Scientific literature
reference
Converted value from: Kalogeropoulos, N., et al.; Nutritional evaluation and health promoting activities of nuts and seeds cultivated in Greece.; International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition; 2013; 64; 6
Cholesterol0 mg0 mgBLS CHORL · Übernommener Wert

Vitamins

Nutrientper 100 gper 25 g%NRVOrigin
Vitamin A10 µg2.5 µg1 %BLS VITAA · Calculated by formula
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg0 %BLS VITD · Calculated by formula
Vitamin E23.9 mg6 mg199 %BLS VITE · Aggregated from several sources
reference
Converted value from: Kalogeropoulos, N., et al.; Nutritional evaluation and health promoting activities of nuts and seeds cultivated in Greece.; International Journal of Food Sciences and Nutrition; 2013; 64; 6
Converted value from: Lopez-Ortiz, C. M., et al.; Comparative study of tocopherol homologue content in four almond oil cultivars during two consecutive years.; Journal of Food Composition and Analysis; 2008; 12; 2
Converted value from: Yada, S., et al.; Natural variability in the nutrient composition of California-grown almonds; Journal of Food Composition and Analysis; 2013; 30; 2
Converted value from: Özcan M. M., Matthäus B., Aljuhaimi F., Ahmed I.A.M., Ghafoor K., Babiker E.E., Osman M.A., Gassem M.A., Alqah H.A.S.; Effect of almond genotypes on fatty acid composition, tocopherols and mineral contents and bioactive properties of sweet almond (Prununs amygdalus Batsch spp. Dulce) kernel and oils; J Food Sci Technol; 2020; 57
Vitamin K0 µg0 µg0 %BLS VITK · Calculated by formula
Vitamin C1 mg0.25 mg1 %BLS VITC · Other nutrient database
reference
National Food Institute, Food data (frida.fooddata.dk), version 5.2, May 2024
Thiamin (vitamin B1)0.22 mg0.06 mg20 %BLS THIA · Laboratory analysis
Riboflavin (vitamin B2)1.2 mg0.3 mg87 %BLS RIBF · Scientific literature
reference
Yada, S., et al.; Natural variability in the nutrient composition of California-grown almonds; Journal of Food Composition and Analysis; 2013; 30; 2
Niacin (vitamin B3)5.9 mg1.5 mg37 %BLS NIAEQ · Calculated by formula
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5)0.58 mg0.14 mg10 %BLS PANTAC · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Vitamin B60.02 mg0.01 mg2 %BLS VITB6 · Laboratory analysis
Biotin70 µg17.5 µg140 %BLS BIOT · Aggregated from several sources
reference
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central: Foundation Foods. Version Current: April 2024. Internet: fdc.nal.usda.gov.
National Food Institute, Food data (frida.fooddata.dk), version 5.2, May 2024
Folate45 µg11.3 µg23 %BLS FOL · Calculated by formula
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg0 %BLS VITB12 · Logische Null
Choline52.1 mg13 mgUSDA FDC 170567

Minerals & trace elements

Nutrientper 100 gper 25 g%NRVOrigin
Sodium2.1 mg0.52 mgBLS NA · Laboratory analysis
Potassium676 mg169 mg34 %BLS K · Laboratory analysis
Calcium84.9 mg21.2 mg11 %BLS CA · Laboratory analysis
Magnesium218 mg54.5 mg58 %BLS MG · Laboratory analysis
Phosphorus555 mg139 mg79 %BLS P · Aggregated from several sources
reference
Converted value from: Özcan M. M., Matthäus B., Aljuhaimi F., Ahmed I.A.M., Ghafoor K., Babiker E.E., Osman M.A., Gassem M.A., Alqah H.A.S.; Effect of almond genotypes on fatty acid composition, tocopherols and mineral contents and bioactive properties of sweet almond (Prununs amygdalus Batsch spp. Dulce) kernel and oils; J Food Sci Technol; 2020; 57
Moreda-Piñeiro, J., P. Herbello-Hermelo, R. Domínguez-González, P. Bermejo-Barrera and A. Moreda-Piñeiro; Bioavailability assessment of essential and toxic metals in edible nuts and seeds.; Food Chemistry; 2016; 205
Iron3.1 mg0.78 mg22 %BLS FE · Laboratory analysis
Zinc3.2 mg0.79 mg32 %BLS ZN · Laboratory analysis
Iodine1.1 µg0.27 µg1 %BLS ID · Laboratory analysis
Selenium4.1 µg1 µg7 %USDA FDC 170567
Copper0.9 mg0.23 mg90 %BLS CU · Laboratory analysis
Manganese1.8 mg0.45 mg91 %BLS MN · Laboratory analysis
fluoride0.09 mg0.02 mgBLS FD · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7

Essential amino acids

Nutrientper 100 gper 25 g%NRVOrigin
Histidine0.52 g0.13 gBLS HIS · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Isoleucine0.88 g0.22 gBLS ILE · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Leucine1.5 g0.36 gBLS LEU · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Lysine0.58 g0.14 gBLS LYS · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Methionine0.27 g0.07 gBLS MET · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Phenylalanine1.2 g0.29 gBLS PHE · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Threonine0.61 g0.15 gBLS THR · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Tryptophan0.17 g0.04 gBLS TRP · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7
Valine1.1 g0.28 gBLS VAL · Other nutrient database
reference
Kirchhoff, E; Souci - Fachmann - Kraut - Die Zusammensetzung der Lebensmittel - Nährwert-Tabellen; 2008; 7

Sources

Max Rubner-Institut (2025): Bundeslebensmittelschlüssel (BLS), Version 4.0 — Deutsche Nährstoffdatenbank. Karlsruhe. DOI: 10.25826/Data20251217-134202-0. Licence CC BY 4.0. Selenium and choline: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central: SR Legacy, 2018. fdc.nal.usda.gov.

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