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Mom's food Calories
Home-cooked, various dishes
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Mom's food (250 g) has 300 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.5 g of carbs, 12.5 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 6.3 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mom's food Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
300
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
37.5g
· 14% DV
Protein
12.5g
· 25% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
6.3g
· 23% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 17% · Fat 31%
Mom's food nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.75 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.5 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 6.3 g | 23% |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Mom's food?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 400 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mom's food
What is Mom's food?
Mom's food means home-cooked dishes associated with a mother or family cooking tradition, not one fixed recipe. The ingredients and flavors vary by household, region, and the meals that family grew up eating.
Why does Mom's food taste better?
Mom's food can taste better because familiar flavors are tied to memory and comfort. It may also be cooked to your preferences, with seasoning and cooking times adjusted in ways a restaurant cannot know.
How can I make Mom's food taste the same at home?
To make Mom's food taste closer to the version you remember, ask about the exact ingredients, cooking order, and small finishing touches. Taste as you cook; family recipes often rely on cues like softness and aroma rather than precise measurements.
Is Mom's food healthier than takeout?
Mom's food can be healthier than takeout when it uses balanced ingredients and moderate amounts of salt and oil. Home cooking gives you more control, but the name alone does not guarantee a nutritious meal.
Can you freeze Mom's food?
Yes, many kinds of Mom's food freeze well, especially soups, stews, and casseroles. Creamy sauces, potatoes, and some cooked vegetables may become grainy or soft after thawing, so freeze a small portion first if texture matters.
How long does Mom's food last in the fridge?
Most cooked Mom's food keeps for about 3–4 days in a refrigerator set at 40°F (4°C) or colder. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking in a covered, shallow container, and reheat leftovers thoroughly.
What should I serve with Mom's food?
Serve Mom's food with a side that suits the dish: bread with soup, a grain with a stew, or a fresh salad with a richer main. There is no single traditional pairing because Mom's food covers many cuisines and recipes.
Why is Mom's food called comfort food?
Mom's food is often called comfort food because familiar meals can evoke home, care, and childhood memories. The association is personal: a dish that feels comforting to one person may not hold the same meaning for someone else.
Can Mom's food be made with less oil and salt?
Yes, you can make Mom's food with less oil and salt while keeping its familiar flavor. Build flavor with browned onions, herbs, spices, citrus, or garlic, and add salt gradually so you can stop when it tastes right.
Is Mom's food suitable for children?
Yes, many kinds of Mom's food can suit children when the texture and ingredients fit their age and eating abilities. Cut food into safe pieces for young children, and adjust strong seasoning if they find it overwhelming.
Mom's food Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B1
0.28mg · 23% DV
Biotin
6.25µg · 21% DV
B6
0.33mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
138mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
425mg · 13% DV
Mom's food Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mom's food
To burn the 300 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mom's food?
Mom’s food is less a single recipe than a name for home-cooked meals, often made from whatever is in season or on hand. In Turkish homes, that might mean a vegetable stew, soup, a bean dish or a slow-cooked meal with meat; ingredients and cooking methods vary from family to family.
The flavour is usually familiar and comforting, and the meal may be served with rice, bread, yoghurt or salad. Its nutritional profile depends on what is cooked: the figures here give 5 g of protein per 100 g, but that won’t describe every dish called Mom’s food. For a lighter plate, choose a vegetable- or bean-based option and keep added oil moderate.
How Nutritious Is Mom's food?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Mom's food Processed?
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.
Does Mom's food Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mom's food Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mom's food Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.