Available year-roundGac Fruit Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Gac Fruit (Momordica cochinchinensis) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler fruit library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 31 kcal and includes 178 mg vitamin C, 37 µg folate, 228.8 mg potassium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Gac Fruit benefits and place in a balanced diet
- Gac Fruit provides 0.8 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
- A 100 g serving contains about 178 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Its potassium content is approximately 228.8 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- It supplies about 21 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
- The recorded folate value is about 37 µg per 100 g. Folate contributes to normal blood formation and cell division.
- It provides approximately 47 µg RAE of vitamin A per 100 g. Vitamin A contributes to normal vision, skin and immune function.
Gac Fruit nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 30 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 30 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 31 kcal | 9.3 kcal |
| Water | 77 g | 23.1 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 0.3 g |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2 g |
| Dietary fiber | 0.8 g | 0.2 g |
| Total sugars | 7.8 g | 2.3 g |
| Starch | 0 g | 0 g |
| Ash | 0.4 g | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 50 mg | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 21 mg | 6.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 9 mg | 2.7 mg |
| Potassium | 228.8 mg | 68.6 mg |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 2.4 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 0 mg |
| Copper | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Manganese | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 0.2 µg |
| Fluoride | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 178 mg | 53.4 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.1 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.1 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.6 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.2 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 37 µg | 11.1 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 37 µg | 11.1 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 37 µg DFE | 11.1 µg DFE |
| Choline | 6.1 mg | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 47 µg RAE | 14.1 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 17,500 µg | 5,250 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 2 µg | 0.6 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 589 µg | 176.7 µg |
| Lycopene | 154,600 µg | 46,380 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 89 µg | 26.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 2.6 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glucose | 4.1 g | 1.2 g |
| Fructose | 3.7 g | 1.1 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Galactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0 g | 0 g |
| Threonine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Isoleucine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Leucine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Lysine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Methionine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Cystine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Tyrosine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Valine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Arginine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Histidine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Alanine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glycine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Proline | 0 g | 0 g |
| Serine | 0 g | 0 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Niacin equivalents | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D3 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 2.6 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 0.1 mg | 0 mg |
| Delta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) | 0 g | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid | 0 g | 0 g |
| EPA | 0 g | 0 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Gac Fruit?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 31 kcal. A 30 g reference serving provides approximately 9.3 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Gac Fruit in the kitchen
Gac Fruit can be eaten on its own when appropriate, added to breakfast bowls, salads or desserts, or used in sauces and drinks. Preparation changes the edible portion and may alter nutrient values.
Nutrition values can vary by variety, maturity and preparation. Seasonal dates refer to approximate general harvest periods in Turkey, not universal availability. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
