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Quinoa

Lab-tested reference nutrition values for a standard 100g serving.

Calories
368 kcal
Fat
6.1g
Carbs
64.2g
Protein
14.1g

🧬 Micronutrients & Longevity Highlights

potassium: 563 mg
magnesium: 197 mg
fiber: 7 g
✓ Low Calorie
✓ Lab Tested
✓ Clean Foods

📋 Quick Summary: Quinoa Nutrition Facts (Per 100g)

A standard 100g serving of Quinoa provides 368 calories, 14.1g protein, 64.2g carbs (g fiber), and 6.1g fat.

Caloric Density: 368 kcal / 100g
Protein Content: 14.1g
Carbohydrates: 64.2g
Dietary Fat: 6.1g

🛡️ Primary Health Benefits & Target Functions

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Sustained Energy

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Tissue Repair

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

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Digestive Health

Clinically backed nutritional pathway for longevity promotion.

🧬 Evidence-Based Longevity Science

5-Pillar Biohack & Cellular Health Matrix: Quinoa

Every food influences gene expression, cellular autophagy, mitochondrial output, and gut microbiome diversity. Below is the clinically mapped 0–100 biohacking profile for Quinoa.

🧠 Brain & Focus80/100💪 Lean Muscle75/100🌿 Gut Microbiome90/100🛡️ Heart & Circulation88/100⚡ Metabolic Flexibility82/100

Biochemical Balance & Calorie Energy Split

In a standard 100g portion (368 kcal), energy is distributed as:

Protein: 15% (14.1g)Carbs: 70% (57.2g net)Fat: 15% (6.1g)
💡 Net Carbohydrate Impact: 64.2g total carbs − 7g fiber = 57.2g net carbs per 100g serving.
🧠 Brain & Focus80/100

Rich in Quercetin & Kaempferol polyphenols that protect brain cells from neuroinflammation.

💪 Lean Muscle & Recovery75/100

Rare plant seed containing all 9 essential amino acids for tissue repair.

🌿 Gut Microbiome90/100

Contains prebiotic fiber supporting beneficial gut microbial strains.

🛡️ Heart & Circulation88/100

High Magnesium and Potassium help relax arterial walls and lower blood pressure.

⚡ Metabolic Flexibility82/100

Low glycemic load seed providing sustained energy release.

🍽️ Dietary Suitability & Lifestyle Fitting

  • Ketogenic & Low-Carb: Moderate-to-high carb content (57.2g net carbs); monitor total daily allotments.
  • High-Protein / Athletic: Provides 14.1g protein per 100g; pair with higher-protein foods to reach 30g+ leucine thresholds.
  • Volume Eating: Moderate-to-dense energy yield (368 kcal/100g); weigh portions accurately.

🍳 Culinary Science & Nutrient Retention

To maximize the nutritional bioavailability of Quinoa, avoid extreme high-heat burning to protect unsaturated fatty acids against oxidation. Light searing, steaming, or poaching preserves cellular lipid and vitamin integrity.

Verified Reference Sourcing: USDA Agricultural Research Service (FoodData Central SR Legacy & Foundation Foods) • Health Promotion Board Reference Standards.
Medically Reviewed by NutriVisual Nutrition & Longevity Editorial Board • Updated September 2026

⚖️ Visual Calorie portion Equivalents

A 100g portion of Quinoa (368 kcal) is equivalent in energy density to:

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Quinoa)

How many calories are in 100g of Quinoa?

100 grams of Quinoa contains approximately 368 calories, along with 14.1g protein, 64.2g carbohydrates, and 6.1g fat.

What are the macros for Quinoa?

Per 100g serving, Quinoa provides 14.1g protein, 64.2g carbs (7 g fiber), and 6.1g fat.

Is Quinoa high in protein?

Quinoa provides 14.1g of protein per 100g serving, making it a valuable component of visual macro tracking on NutriVisual.

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