Milk, a highly nourishing liquid made in the mammary glands of mammals, is a main food in many diets all over the world. It is known for its calcium content, but it gives much more.
A 1-cup (249 grams) portion of whole cow’s milk with 3.25% fat gives 152 calories, 8.14 grams of protein, 12…
Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya or pitahaya, is a tropical fruit that has become more popular in recent years. It grows on the Hylocereus cactus, sometimes called the Honolulu queen. The fruit is known for its special look and taste, and it gives several health benefits.
A 100-gram portion of dragon fruit gives about…
Onions, also known as Allium cepa, are round vegetables that grow underground. They are closely related to chives, garlic, scallions, shallots, and leeks. Onions are often used to add flavor or as a side dish, and are a main food in many types of cooking.
A 100-gram portion of raw onions gives about 40 calories.…
Strawberries, also known as Fragaria ananassa, are a well-liked fruit that people all over the world eat. They are known for their sweet taste and high nutritional value.
A 152-gram portion of strawberries gives about 49 calories. It has 1 gram of protein, 12 grams of carbohydrates, and 0.5 grams of fat. The carbohydrates are…
Grapes, also known as Vitis vinifera, are a well-liked fruit that people all over the world eat. They are known for their sweet taste and high nutritional value.
A 92-gram portion of grapes gives about 62 calories. It has 0.6 grams of protein, 16 grams of carbohydrates, and 0.3 grams of fat. The carbohydrates are…
Green beans, also known as snap beans or string beans, are a common food in many homes across the United States. They are a cheap, flexible, easy-to-find source of healthy carbohydrates, protein, fiber, and micronutrients.
A 100-gram portion of green beans gives about 31 calories. It has 1.8 grams of protein, 7 grams of carbohydrates,…
Rice, also known as Oryza sativa, is one of the oldest grains in the world and a main food for more than half of the world’s people. It is mostly made up of carbohydrates, which give energy to the body, but can increase blood sugar.
A 100-gram portion of white, short-grain, cooked rice gives about…
Mangoes, also known as Mangifera indica, are a tropical fruit that originally come from South Asia. They are sometimes called the ‘king of fruits’ in some parts of the world because of their sweet taste and high nutritional value.
A 198-gram portion of Del monte mangoes gives about 140 calories. It has 2 grams of…
Black beans, also known as the common bean, are a kind of legume that people all over the world eat a lot. They originally come from South America and are a main food in Latin American and Caribbean cuisine.
A 172-gram portion of boiled, unsalted black beans gives about 227 calories. It has 15 grams…
Almonds, also known as Prunus dulcis, are the edible seeds of the almond tree. They originally come from the Middle East, but now the United States is the biggest producer.
A 1-ounce (28.35 g) portion of almonds gives 164 calories. It has 14.2g of total fat, 1.1g of saturated fat, 3.5g of polyunsaturated fat, 8.9g…