Available year-roundGround Mace Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Ground Mace (Myristica fragrans) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler spice library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 475 kcal and includes 13.9 mg iron, 20.2 g fiber, 163 mg magnesium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Ground Mace benefits and place in a balanced diet
- Ground Mace provides 20.2 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 21 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 463 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- It supplies about 163 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
- With approximately 6.7 g of protein per 100 g, it can contribute to total daily protein intake. Protein supports the maintenance and growth of muscle mass.
- It contains about 13.9 mg of iron per 100 g. Iron contributes to normal red blood cell formation and oxygen transport; absorption from plant foods varies.
Ground Mace 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 2 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 2 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 475 kcal | 9.5 kcal |
| Water | 8.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Total fat | 32.4 g | 0.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 9.5 g | 0.2 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.4 g | 0.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 50.5 g | 1 g |
| Dietary fiber | 20.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Starch | 0 g | 0 g |
| Ash | 2.2 g | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 252 mg | 5 mg |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 163 mg | 3.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg | 2.2 mg |
| Potassium | 463 mg | 9.3 mg |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 1.6 mg |
| Zinc | 2.3 mg | 0 mg |
| Copper | 2.5 mg | 0 mg |
| Manganese | 1.5 mg | 0 mg |
| Selenium | 2.7 µg | 0.1 µg |
| Fluoride | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 21 mg | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.3 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.4 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.4 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B7 (Biotin) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 76 µg | 1.5 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 76 µg | 1.5 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 76 µg DFE | 1.5 µg DFE |
| Choline | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 40 µg RAE | 0.8 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g | 0 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Glucose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fructose | 0 g | 0 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) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone) | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 0 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 Ground Mace?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 475 kcal. A 2 g reference serving provides approximately 9.5 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Ground Mace in the kitchen
Use ground mace in small culinary amounts to add aroma and flavor. Whole, ground and dried forms can differ substantially in weight and nutrient concentration.
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.
