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Low GI
Natural
High Potassium

Fava Calories

Rich in protein and fiber, source of iron and folate

CALORIES

88kcal

GI

40low

POTASSIUM

332mg

FIBER

7.5g

Fava Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

88

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

18.1g

· 67%

Protein

7.6g

· 28%

Fat

0.5g

· 5%

Fiber

7.5g

Fava Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

180µg · 45% DV

B1

0.3mg · 25% DV

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

Biotin

2µg · 7% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

120mg · 17% DV

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

Potassium

332mg · 10% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

Fava Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

40
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

7
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Fava Processed?

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

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.

Does Fava Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Fava Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Fava Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.1g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.03g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.13g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).

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Fava — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories and how much protein are in fava?

Per 100 g, fava provides 88 calories and 7.6 g of protein. It also contains 18.1 g carbs, 0.5 g fat, and 7.5 g fiber.

Is fava low glycemic and diet-friendly?

Fava has a glycemic index of 40, which makes it a low-GI food. It is compatible with omnivore, vegetarian, vegan, paleo, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and gluten-free diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.