Lotus root, Boiled
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 32% of daily vitamin C, 13% of daily potassium and 11% of daily vitamin B-6 needed in pregnancy.
- Vitamin C 27.4 mg
- Potassium 363 mg
- Vitamin B-6 0.21 mg
- Choline 25.4 mg
- Iron 0.9 mg
- Zinc 0.33 mg
- Calcium 26 mg
- Protein 1.58 g
- Folate (DFE) 8 mcg
- Riboflavin 0.01 mg
- DHA 0 g
- Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 26 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 25.4 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 8 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 1.58 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.21 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 27.4 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.33 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
RecommendedBoiled lotus root is safe and recommended during pregnancy. It supplies dietary fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins that assist in maternal hydration and digestion. Boiling peeled lotus root slices until tender neutralizes any aquatic pathogens and softens its crunchy texture. Add boiled lotus root to savory Asian soups or stir-fries for an attractive pattern and pleasant crispness.
How to read this
During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Lotus root, Boiled provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.