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Nutritional Density
Food guide

Marshmallows

Marshmallows is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

Plant-Based
Marshmallows, a nutrient-dense plant-based food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of marshmallows for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 318 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for Marshmallows
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (100 g)Per 100 kcal
Energy318 kcal318 kcal100 kcal
Protein1.8 g1.8 g0.6 g
Carbohydrate81.3 g81.3 g25.6 g
Fat0.2 g0.2 g0.1 g
Fibre0.1 g0.1 g0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of marshmallows, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Marshmallows
NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (100 g)% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A0 µg0 µg0%
Vitamin C0 mg0 mg0%
Vitamin D0 µg0 µg0%
Vitamin E0 mg0 mg0%
Vitamin K0 µg0 µg0%
Thiamin0.001 mg0.001 mg<1%
Riboflavin0.001 mg0.001 mg<1%
Niacin0.078 mg0.078 mg<1%
Vitamin B60.003 mg0.003 mg<1%
Folate1 µg1 µg<1%
Vitamin B120 µg0 µg0%
Pantothenic acid0.005 mg0.005 mg<1%
Choline0.1 mg0.1 mg<1%
Minerals
Calcium3 mg3 mg<1%
Iron0.23 mg0.23 mg1%
Magnesium2 mg2 mg<1%
Phosphorus8 mg8 mg<1%
Potassium5 mg5 mg<1%
Sodium80 mg80 mg3%
Zinc0.04 mg0.04 mg<1%
Selenium1.7 µg1.7 µg3%
Copper0.097 mg0.097 mg11%
Manganese0.008 mg0.008 mg<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Candies, marshmallows

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat marshmallows?

  • A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
  • Marshmallows is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

How to include it

  • Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
  • Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Eggs.

Things to consider

  • Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.

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