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Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Auch bekannt als: Calories, kcal

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Auch bekannt als: Carbohydrates

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Auch bekannt als: Total Lipid, Fat

Indigestible plant carbohydrate that supports digestive health, blood sugar regulation, and satiety.

Auch bekannt als: Dietary Fiber

Simple carbohydrates, both naturally occurring (e.g. in fruit or milk) and added. Quickly absorbed for energy.

Auch bekannt als: Total Sugars

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for vision, immune function, and cell growth. Measured as Retinol Activity Equivalents.

Auch bekannt als: Retinol Activity Equivalents, RAE

Preformed vitamin A found in animal foods; the active form used directly by the body.

Water-soluble antioxidant vitamin required for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption.

Auch bekannt als: Ascorbic Acid

Auch bekannt als: Beta-Carotene, Provitamin A

Auch bekannt als: Alpha-Carotene

Auch bekannt als: Beta-Cryptoxanthin

Auch bekannt als: Lutein + Zeaxanthin

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

Naturally occurring stimulant found in coffee, tea, cocoa, and some soft drinks. Acts on the central nervous system.