Short Grain Nutrition Facts: Calories, Macros & Health Benefits
Summary: Short Grain contains 130 calories, 2.4g protein, 28.7g carbs, and 0.3g fat per one cup (150g). It is a source of iron, zinc, vitamin b6.
Nutrition Facts — one cup (150g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | 6% |
| Protein | 2.4g | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 28.7g | 10% |
| Total Fat | 0.30g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.40g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.10g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 0.08g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1.0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 12.0mg | 1% |
| Iron | 26.0mg | 144% |
| Magnesium | 0.40mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 33.0mg | 300% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0.01mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.30mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.05mcg | 2% |
| Folate | 2.0mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% |
Is Short Grain Good for You?
Short Grain provides 130 calories per one cup (150g) with 2.4g protein, 28.7g carbohydrates, and 0.3g fat. It is a source of iron (144% dv), zinc (300% dv), vitamin b6 (18% dv).
Cooked short grain white rice, stickier and more moist than long grain varieties, commonly used in Japanese, Korean and some Indian cuisines
Key Health Benefits of Short Grain
- Iron (144% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Zinc (300% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Vitamin B6 (18% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
How to Track Short Grain Nutrition with Gram
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in short grain?
Short Grain contains 130 calories per one cup (150g).
How much protein is in short grain?
Short Grain provides 2.4g of protein per one cup (150g).
How many carbs are in short grain?
Short Grain has 28.7g of carbohydrates per one cup (150g).
Is short grain good for tracking nutrition?
Yes. Short Grain can be logged by calories, macros, and micronutrients in the Gram app.
How should I use short grain in a meal plan?
Use Short Grain as part of a balanced meal and compare the protein, carbs, and fat values to your daily targets.
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Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Track short grain and thousands of other foods with the Gram app.