Broadbeans (fava beans), Mature seeds, Boiled
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 17% of daily folate, 11% of daily protein and 9% of daily potassium needed in pregnancy.
- Folate (DFE) 104 mcg
- Protein 7.6 g
- Potassium 268 mg
- Zinc 1.01 mg
- Choline 30.6 mg
- Riboflavin 0.08 mg
- Iron 1.5 mg
- Vitamin B-6 0.07 mg
- Calcium 36 mg
- Vitamin C 0.3 mg
- DHA 0 g
- Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 36 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 30.6 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 104 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 268 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0.3 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 1.01 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
Safe with precautionsBoiled broadbeans or fava beans are safe and nutritious for most pregnant women when cooked thoroughly. They provide rich amounts of folate, dietary fiber, and plant protein that support fetal neural development and maternal digestion. Boil fava beans vigorously until completely tender, and note that women with the genetic condition G6PD deficiency must avoid them due to the risk of hemolytic anemia. Toss tender boiled fava beans with olive oil and lemon juice for a fresh side dish.
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 Broadbeans (fava beans), Mature seeds, Boiled provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.