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

También conocido como: 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.

También conocido como: Carbohydrates

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

También conocido como: Total Lipid, Fat

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

También conocido como: Dietary Fiber

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

También conocido como: Total Sugars

Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve signaling. Most dietary sodium comes from salt; excess intake raises blood pressure.

También conocido como: Salt (as Na)

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

Fat type typically solid at room temperature. High intake is associated with elevated LDL cholesterol.

También conocido como: Saturated Fatty Acids, SFA

Fat produced mainly by industrial hydrogenation. Associated with increased cardiovascular risk.

También conocido como: Trans Fatty Acids

Waxy sterol found in animal foods. The body also makes its own; dietary cholesterol has a limited effect on blood levels for most people.

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

También conocido como: Ascorbic Acid

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