Leathery Chiton

Chiton, leathery, gumboots (Alaska Native)

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories83
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 1,6 g2%
  • Saturated Fat
  • Trans Fat
  • Cholesterol
  • Sodium
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g0%
  • Dietary Fiber
  • Total Sugars
  • Protein 17,1 g34%
  • Vitamin D
  • Calcium 121 mg9%
  • Iron 16 mg89%
  • Potassium
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
100g of Chiton, leathery contains 83 kcal calories, 17,1g protein, and 16mg iron per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

83kcal
  • Protein83%(68 kcal)
  • Carbs0%(0 kcal)
  • Fat17%(14 kcal)

Nutrient density

40/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 4 of 10 nutrients

Moderate nutrient density

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  • Leathery Chiton contains more iron per 100 g than raw spinach — 16 mg vs 3 mg.

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

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

Also known as: Calories, kcal

83 kcal4%
Protein

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

17,1 g34%
Carbohydrates

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

Also known as: Carbohydrates

0 g0%
Total fat

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

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

1,6 g2%
Minerals
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Calcium

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

121 mg9%
Iron

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

16 mg89%
Vitamins
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Vitamin C

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

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid

0 mg0%
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,05 mg4%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,34 mg26%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

4,2 mg26%
Other
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

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

78,6 g

Frequently asked questions about Leathery Chiton

How many calories in Leathery Chiton?

Leathery Chiton contains 83 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much sodium is in Leathery Chiton?

Leathery Chiton contains 0 mg sodium and 0 mg cholesterol per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Leathery Chiton?

Per 100 grams, Leathery Chiton contains 17.1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates, and 1.6 g total fat.

Is Leathery Chiton good for keto or low-carb?

Yes — Leathery Chiton has 0 g net carbs per 100 g, fitting a low-carb plan.

Where does Leathery Chiton nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Leathery Chiton is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 168986). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168986/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • Low carbUnder 10 g of net carbs per 100 g — compatible with low-carb and moderate-carb eating patterns.
  • Low calorieFewer than 100 kcal per 100 g, so it adds volume and nutrients to a plate without crowding out the calorie budget.
  • Low fatUnder 3 g of total fat per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low fat" on packaged foods.
  • High ironDelivers at least 20% of the Daily Value for iron per 100 g, helpful for menstruating adults and endurance athletes.
  • Gluten-freeFree of gluten-containing grains (wheat, rye, barley, malt) by USDA categorization. Verify packaging for heavily processed items.

Foods that pair well with Leathery Chiton

Complementary ingredients from related USDA categories — useful starting points when planning a meal around Leathery Chiton.

3 meal ideas using Leathery Chiton

Starter templates matched to Leathery Chiton's nutrient profile. Open the meal-plan generator to turn any of these into a full recipe with shopping list.

  • Breakfast

    Easy morning meal with leathery Chiton

    Use leathery Chiton alongside eggs, whole-grain toast, and fresh fruit for a breakfast that covers every macro without much effort.

  • Lunch

    Low-carb lunch built around leathery Chiton

    A big leafy salad with leathery Chiton, olive oil, seeds, and a hard-boiled egg keeps total carbs under 15 g while delivering satiating fats and protein.

  • Dinner

    Simple dinner with leathery Chiton

    Pair leathery Chiton with a lean protein and roasted seasonal vegetables for a weekday dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 168986), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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