Pepper, red or cayenne
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Tbsp5 g
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Tsp2 g
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Dash1 g

Calories in 1 tbsp (5 g)
15.9 calories, 8.1 from fat
 
Carbs
2.8 g
 
Proteins
0.6 g
 
Fat
0.9 g
 
Sat. Fat
0.2 g

KEY FACTS

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  • Pepper, red or cayenne has high calorie density - this means that the amount of calories you are getting from an ounce is high (0.11 cal/oz).
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals (108.3%/cal) - a good source of Vitamin A (helps prevent infectious diseases and vision problems), Vitamin C (protects against immune system deficiencies), Vitamin B6 (helps prevent formation of kidney stones), Vitamin K (helps prevent coronary artery disease and heart failure), Manganese (controls the level of sugar in the blood), Vitamin E (helps prevent cancer and heart diseases), Potassium (it plays an important role for normal muscle contraction), Iron (aids in transporting oxygen to the body cells), Magnesium (helps you to get bigger and stronger muscles), Phosphorus (releaves minor health problems like muscle weakness, numbness and fatigue), Copper (essential for normal growth and health), Zinc (improves the senses of taste and smell), Calcium (helps you build strong bones) and Selenium (important for the stimulation of antibodies).
  • Pepper, red or cayenne contains a moderate amount of risky components that may include saturated fat, sodium and sugars (0.02%/oz).
  • Good source of proteins (24% of DV/100g) and fiber (109% of DV/100g)!
Calories Nutrition Risky Content
High
Density
(3.2 cal/g)
High
Density
(108.3 %/cal)
Medium
Density
(0.5 %/g)

NUTRITION FACTS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)
1%
Protein
1%
Carbs
5%
Fiber
1%
Fat
1%
Saturated Fat
0%
Cholesterol
0%
Sodium
2%
Added Sugar

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VITAMINS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Vitamin A

Keeps skin and mucous membrane cells healthy; Fights cancer and slows down tumor growth.

MINERALS

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Great source of Manganese

Essential for healthy bones; Helps regulate the body's metabolism.

NUTRITION LABEL

(% of daily value based on 2000 calories per day)

Nutrition Facts

Pepper, red or cayenne

Serving Size: tbsp (5g)

* Amount Per Serving
Calories 15.9 cal
Calories from Fat 8.1 cal
% Daily Value
Total Fat 0.9 g 1.3%
Saturated Fat 0.2 g 0.8%
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 1.5 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrate 2.8 g 0.9%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g 5.4%
Sugars (Added) 0.5 g 1.7%
Protein 0.6 g 1.2%
 
Vitamins
Vitamin A 2080.5 IU 41.6%
Vitamin B6 0.1 mg 6.1%
Vitamin B12 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin C 3.8 mg 6.4%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Vitamin E 1.5 mg 5%
Vitamin K 4 mcg 5%
 
Minerals
Calcium (Ca) 7.4 mg 0.7%
Copper (Cu) 0 mg 0.9%
Iron (Fe) 0.4 mg 2.2%
Magnesium (Mg) 7.6 mg 1.9%
Manganese (Mn) 0.1 mg 5%
Potassium (K) 100.7 mg 2.9%
Phosphorus (P) 14.7 mg 1.5%
Selenium (Se) 0.4 mcg 0.6%
Zinc (Zn) 0.1 mg 0.8%