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⚡High Potassium

💪High Protein

🌿High Fiber

Wheat Germ Calories

Rich in vitamins and minerals, high fiber, plant-based protein

CALORIES

360kcal

55medium

POTASSIUM

892mg

FIBER

13.2g

Wheat Germ Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

360

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

51.8g

· 53%

Protein

23.2g

· 24%

Fat

9.7g

· 23%

Fiber

13.2g

Wheat Germ Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

1.88mg · 157% DV

Vitamin E

15mg · 100% DV

1.3mg · 76% DV

Folate

281µg · 70% DV

Minerals

Manganese

13mg · 565% DV

Selenium

79.2µg · 144% DV

Phosphorus

842mg · 120% DV

Copper

1mg · 111% DV

Wheat Germ Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

High

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

Is Wheat Germ 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 Wheat Germ Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Wheat Germ Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ 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

Wheat Germ Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.7g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

6.9g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 5.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (5.2:1).

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Wheat Germ — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories and how much protein are in wheat germ?

Wheat germ provides 360 calories and 23.2 g of protein per 100 g. It also contains 13.2 g of fiber per 100 g.

Does wheat germ contain gluten, and is it vegan?

Yes, wheat germ contains gluten, so it is not suitable for people avoiding gluten due to an allergy or sensitivity. It is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, Mediterranean, flexitarian, and omnivorous diets.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.