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Ginkgo nuts, canned

Canned ginkgo nuts are processed Ginkgo biloba seed kernels packed in liquid. The USDA profile is specific to the canned product, but processing does not justify unrestricted consumption because ginkgo seeds contain ginkgotoxin and poisoning has occurred after prepared seeds.

Nutrition per100 g
111kcal
464 kJ

DETAILED OVERVIEW

Nutrition facts

Macros

Protein2.3 g
5% RI*
Carbohydrates22.1 g
9% RI*
Fat1.6 g
2% RI*
Saturated fat0.3 g
2% RI*
Fibre9.3 g
37% RI*
Sugars0.0 g
0% RI*

Vitamins

Vitamin C9.1 mg
11% RI*
Vitamin E0.0 mg
0% RI*
Vitamin K0.0 µg
0% RI*
Vitamin B60.2 mg
14% RI*
Folate33.0 µg
17% RI*

Minerals

Calcium4.0 mg
1% RI*
Iron0.3 mg
2% RI*
Magnesium16.0 mg
4% RI*
Phosphorus54.0 mg
8% RI*
Potassium180.0 mg
9% RI*
Sodium307.0 mg
13% RI*

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

GOOD TO KNOW

The whole story
behind ginkgo nuts, canned

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

  • The USDA analytical profile records 9.3 g fibre and 2.29 g protein per 100 g.
  • The profile records 9.1 mg vitamin C, 0.198 mg vitamin B6 and 33 micrograms folate per 100 g.
  • The profile records 180 mg potassium, 54 mg phosphorus and 16 mg magnesium per 100 g.
  • At 111 kcal and 1.62 g fat per 100 g, the canned product differs substantially from dried ginkgo nuts; these are composition facts, not an unrestricted-intake recommendation.
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THE DOWNSIDE

What to keep in mind

  • Ginkgo seeds contain 4-O-methylpyridoxine, or ginkgotoxin, and prepared seeds have caused serious poisoning with vomiting and seizures; follow package directions and avoid large amounts.
  • The measured vitamin B6 value does not neutralise ginkgotoxin’s antivitamin-B6 effect.
  • Contains 307 mg sodium, equivalent to about 0.768 g salt per 100 g; draining may change but does not reliably define the final sodium intake.
  • USDA does not report total sugar, vitamin E or vitamin K for this record; database zeroes in those fields are technical fallbacks, not measured zero values.
  • Children are particularly vulnerable, and suspected overconsumption or neurological or gastrointestinal symptoms require urgent poison-control or medical advice.
  • Can size, packing liquid, preparation and serving instructions vary between brands; use the current label and refrigerate leftovers as directed.