Fresh Organic Zucchini

Description

Specifications

Food Condition

Fresh Produce

Vegetable Type

Squash

Food Form

Whole

Container Type

Fresh Produce

Nutritional Info

One cup (124g) of raw, chopped zucchini contains 21 calories, 1.5g protein, 3.9g carbohydrates, and 0.4g fat. Vitamins B6 and C are abundant in zucchini. The USDA provides the nutrition information listed below.

• Calories: 21
• Fat: 0.4g
• Sodium: 9.9mg
• Carbohydrates: 3.9g
• Fiber: 1.2g
• Sugars: 3.1g
• Protein: 1.5g
• Vitamin C: 22.2mg
• Potassium: 323.6mg
• Magnesium: 22.3mg
• Vitamin B6: 0.2mg
• Folate: 29.8mcg
• Vitamin K: 5.3mcg

Health Advantages

Zucchini contains a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It contains a lot of fiber and has a low calorie count. Fiber aids digestion and may reduce the likelihood of suffering from a variety of GI issues.

Cancer Avoidance

Zucchini contains zeaxanthin and other compounds that can help prevent oxidative stress. As a result, the likelihood of developing cancer may be reduced.

Diabetes Management and Prevention

Vitamin B6 is abundant in zucchini. According to research, this vitamin can aid in blood glucose regulation. The vitamin may even be beneficial in the prevention of diabetes.

Better Eye Health

Blue light wavelengths are filtered by compounds such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the eye’s cells.