Vital wheat gluten
FDC ID: 168147
At a glance
Vital wheat gluten is a high-calorie food in the Cereal Grains and Pasta category, providing 370 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 75.2g of protein, 1.9g of fat, 13.8g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of protein (150% of the Daily Value), selenium (72% of the Daily Value), iron (29% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
370
kcal
Protein
75.2
g
Total Fat
1.9
g
Total Carbohydrate
13.8
g
Dietary Fiber
0.6
g
Nutrition profile of Vital wheat gluten
Vital wheat gluten provides about 370 kcal per 100g, a high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in protein, low in fat.
Key nutrients and what they do
- Protein 150%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Selenium 72%is part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells from oxidation
- Iron 29%forms hemoglobin in red blood cells to carry oxygen through the body
- Phosphorus 21%builds bones and teeth and supports energy storage and use
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people seeking lean protein while limiting fat
- ✓people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
- ✓people prone to anemia, menstruating women, and endurance athletes
Things to keep in mind
- !Energy density is high, so portion size matters for balance.
This overview is general information based on public nutrition data and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment. Disclaimer
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Nutrition by Serving Size
| Nutrient | Per 100g | 1 oz (28g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | 105 kcal |
| Protein | 75.2 g | 21.3 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 13.8 g | 3.9 g |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 0.2 g |
Serving values are converted from the per-100g data (1 oz = 28.35g). Actual portion weights vary.
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Full Nutrition Facts(per 100g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 370 kcal | 18.5% | |
| Water | 8.20 g | — | |
| Protein | 75.16 g | 150.3% | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Total Fat | 1.85 g | 2.4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.79 g | 5.0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.60 g | 2.1% | |
| Sodium | 29 mg | 1.3% | |
| Potassium | 100 mg | 2.1% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 10.9% | |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6.0% | |
| Phosphorus | 260 mg | 20.8% | |
| Iron | 5.20 mg | 28.9% | |
| Zinc | 0.85 mg | 7.7% | |
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 20.2% | |
| Selenium | 39.70 μg | 72.2% | |
| Retinol | 0 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 0 μgRAE | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Niacin | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 μg | 0.0% | |
| Folate | 0 μg | 0.0% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Vital wheat gluten have?
Vital wheat gluten has 370 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Vital wheat gluten?
Per 100g, Vital wheat gluten provides 75.2g protein, 1.9g fat, 13.8g carbohydrates.
Is Vital wheat gluten a good source of protein?
Yes — Vital wheat gluten provides 75.2g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What nutrients is Vital wheat gluten high in?
Per 100g, Vital wheat gluten is a notable source of Protein (about 150% of the Daily Value), Selenium (about 72% of the Daily Value), Iron (about 29% of the Daily Value).
What is the source of this nutrition data for Vital wheat gluten?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain).
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