Ponnaganni (also known as Alternanthera sessilis) is a nutrient-dense green, offering a variety of health benefits. Here are the key nutritional details per serving:
- Energy: 50.91 kcal
- Protein: 5.29 g
- Total Fat: 0.71 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.20 g
- Carbohydrates: 5.17 g
- Fiber: 6.74 g
- Sugar: 0.44 g
- Minerals:
- Calcium: 388 mg
- Iron: 3.88 mg
- Magnesium: 80.39 mg
- Phosphorus: 58.26 mg
- Potassium: 457 mg
- Sodium: 39.36 mg
- Zinc: 0.99 mg
- Copper: 0.21 mcg
- Manganese: 0.66 mg
- Selenium: 17.19 mcg
- Vitamins:
- Vitamin C: 103 mg
- Thiamine (B1): 0.02 mg
- Riboflavin (B2): 0.10 mg
- Niacin (B3): 0.32 mg
- Vitamin B6: 0.19 mg
- Folate (B9): 48.42 mcg
- Vitamin B12: 0 mcg
- Vitamin A: 0 mcg
- Vitamin E: 0 mg
- Vitamin D2: 0.00065 mcg
This versatile leafy vegetable is not only rich in essential nutrients like calcium, iron, and vitamin C but also provides a good amount of fiber, making it a great addition to a balanced diet.
