Parsnips, Boiled
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 15% of daily vitamin C, 13% of daily potassium and 10% of daily folate needed in pregnancy.
- Vitamin C 13 mg
- Potassium 367 mg
- Folate (DFE) 58 mcg
- Choline 27 mg
- Vitamin B-6 0.09 mg
- Calcium 37 mg
- Riboflavin 0.05 mg
- Zinc 0.26 mg
- Iron 0.58 mg
- Protein 1.32 g
- DHA 0 g
- Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 37 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 27 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 58 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 0.58 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 1.32 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.05 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.09 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 13 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.26 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
RecommendedBoiled parsnips are strongly recommended during pregnancy. They deliver abundant soluble and insoluble dietary fiber, folate, potassium, and vitamin C to support healthy fetal growth and prevent constipation. Boiling peeled parsnip cubes until tender ensures complete destruction of soil pathogens and brings out their sweet, nutty flavor. Mash boiled parsnips with carrots or serve them as a hearty side dish alongside lean roasted meat.
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 Parsnips, Boiled provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.