Table Salt
Table Salt is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of table salt for fair comparison. Typical serving: 2 g — 0 kcal per 2 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (2 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 0 kcal | 0 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | — |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g | — |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g | — |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | — |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of table salt, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (2 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Niacin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Choline | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 24 mg | 0.48 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.33 mg | 0.007 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 1 mg | 0.02 mg | <1% |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 8 mg | 0.16 mg | <1% |
| Sodium | 38758 mg | 775 mg | 1685% |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 0.002 mg | <1% |
| Selenium | 0.1 µg | 0.002 µg | <1% |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 0.001 mg | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | 0.002 mg | 4% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Salt, table
% 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 table salt?
- A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
- Table Salt 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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