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Chinese chestnuts, raw

Raw Chinese chestnuts are the uncooked edible portion of Chinese chestnut species. This USDA profile is specific to the species and raw preparation and should not be replaced with figures for Japanese, European, boiled, roasted or dried chestnuts.

Nutrition per100 g
224kcal
937 kJ

DETAILED OVERVIEW

Nutrition facts

Macros

Protein4.2 g
8% RI*
Carbohydrates49.1 g
19% RI*
Fat1.1 g
2% RI*
Saturated fat0.2 g
1% RI*
Fibre0.0 g
0% RI*
Sugars0.0 g
0% RI*

Vitamins

Vitamin C36.0 mg
45% RI*
Vitamin E0.0 mg
0% RI*
Vitamin K0.0 µg
0% RI*
Vitamin B60.4 mg
29% RI*
Folate68.0 µg
34% RI*

Minerals

Calcium18.0 mg
2% RI*
Iron1.4 mg
10% RI*
Magnesium84.0 mg
22% RI*
Phosphorus96.0 mg
14% RI*
Potassium447.0 mg
22% RI*
Sodium3.0 mg
0% RI*

* Reference intake for an average adult. Values may vary by variety, producer and preparation.

GOOD TO KNOW

The whole story
behind chinese chestnuts, raw

Nutrition is rarely simply “good” or “bad”. Here is the balanced picture to help you decide what fits your diet.

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THE UPSIDE

Why it can be a great choice

  • Provides 4.2 g protein per 100 g while containing only 1.11 g fat and 0.164 g saturated fat.
  • Provides 36 mg vitamin C, 0.41 mg vitamin B6 and 68 micrograms folate per 100 g.
  • Provides 447 mg potassium, 84 mg magnesium and 96 mg phosphorus per 100 g.
  • Provides 1.41 mg iron and 18 mg calcium per 100 g in this USDA profile.
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THE DOWNSIDE

What to keep in mind

  • Contains 49.1 g carbohydrate per 100 g and has a starch-rich profile unlike most high-fat nuts.
  • USDA does not report total sugar, fibre, vitamin E, vitamin K or selenium for this record; database zeroes in those fields are technical fallbacks, not measured zero values.
  • These figures describe raw edible chestnut; cooking or drying changes water content and nutrient values per 100 g.
  • Chestnut allergy can occur, including in people with latex-related cross-reactivity; seek individual medical advice after a suspected reaction.
  • Whole chestnuts and large pieces can be choking hazards for young children; use an age-appropriate texture.
  • At 44% water, raw chestnuts are more perishable than dried nuts and need suitable storage; discard mouldy or spoiled nuts.