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Seed exceptionally rich in GLA (omega-6)
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
520
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
28g
· 21%
Protein
18g
· 14%
Fat
38g
· 65%
Fiber
12g
Vitamins
Vitamin E
8.5mg · 57% DV
Biotin
8µg · 27% DV
B6
0.35mg · 21% DV
Folate
85µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Copper
1mg · 111% DV
Manganese
2mg · 87% DV
Phosphorus
420mg · 60% DV
Magnesium
180mg · 43% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4g
MONOUNSATURATED
7g
POLYUNSATURATED
25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 80:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (80:1).
Borage seeds provide 520 calories per 100 g. The same amount contains 18 g of protein, 38 g of fat, and 12 g of fiber.
Yes, borage seeds are compatible with a keto diet. They contain 28 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and have a glycemic index of 15.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.