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Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder

Beverages Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Data sources: 50 AFCD 30 SR Legacy

Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder is a beverage, containing 353 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Carbohydrate, providing 75.4 g (58% of the Daily Value) per 100g serving. This beverage is a moderate protein source, virtually fat-free. Beverages contribute to daily fluid intake and may provide varying amounts of vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds depending on their composition. Our database tracks 80 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, polyphenol profile, environmental footprint data.

353
Calories
kcal
12.2
Protein
g
0.50
Fat
g
75.4
Carbs
g
0.10
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

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Carbohydrate
75.4 g
58% DV
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Protein
12.2 g
22% DV
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Choline
102 mg
18% DV

Data for 80 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water AFCD99.1g
3%
Calories SR353kcal
Energy (kJ) SR1,479kj
Protein SR12.2g
22%
Total Fat SR0.50g
Carbohydrate SR75.4g
58%
Fiber AFCD0.10g
0%
Total Sugars AFCD0g
Starch AFCD0.20g
Ash AFCD0g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium AFCD1.0mg
0%
Iron AFCD0mg
Magnesium AFCD3.0mg
1%
Phosphorus AFCD3.0mg
0%
Potassium AFCD33.0mg
1%
Sodium AFCD0mg
Zinc AFCD0mg
Copper AFCD0.01mg
1%
Manganese AFCD0.02mg
1%
Selenium AFCD0µg
Vitamins 29
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) AFCD0µg
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU
Retinol AFCD0µg
Beta-Carotene AFCD0µg
Alpha-Carotene AFCD0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin AFCD0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg
Vitamin C AFCD0mg
Vitamin D SR0µg
Vitamin D (IU) AFCD0IU
Vitamin D2 AFCD0µg
Vitamin D3 AFCD0µg
Vitamin E AFCD0mg
Beta-Tocopherol AFCD0mg
Gamma-Tocopherol AFCD0mg
Delta-Tocopherol AFCD0mg
Vitamin K1 SR1.9µg
2%
Thiamin (B1) AFCD0mg
Riboflavin (B2) AFCD0mg
Niacin (B3) AFCD0mg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) AFCD0mg
Vitamin B6 AFCD0mg
Folate AFCD0µg
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) AFCD0µg
Folate (DFE) AFCD0µg
Vitamin B12 AFCD0µg
Choline SR102mg
18%
Fatty Acids 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat AFCD0g
Monounsaturated Fat AFCD0g
Polyunsaturated Fat AFCD0g
Trans Fat AFCD0g
Cholesterol AFCD0mg
Omega-3 ALA AFCD0g
Omega-3 EPA AFCD0g
Omega-3 DPA AFCD0g
Omega-3 DHA AFCD0g
Individual Fatty Acids 1
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Linoleic Acid (18:2) AFCD0g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan AFCD0.003g
Threonine SR0.14g
Isoleucine SR0.17g
Leucine SR0.48g
Lysine SR0.10g
Methionine SR0.02g
Cystine SR0.20g
Phenylalanine SR0.26g
Tyrosine SR0.17g
Valine SR0.28g
Arginine SR0.05g
Histidine SR0.17g
Alanine SR0.34g
Aspartic Acid SR0.48g
Glutamic Acid SR2.0g
Glycine SR0.44g
Proline SR0.35g
Serine SR0.13g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine AFCD33.0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol AFCD0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

7
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

4
Amino Acid Score
Low
Tryptophan
Limiting Amino Acid
18
Amino Acids Tracked

Tip: The limiting amino acid is Tryptophan. Pair with dairy, poultry, and eggs for a complete amino acid profile.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.0030.2
Threonine0.1411.6
Isoleucine0.1714.1
Leucine0.4839.2
Lysine0.107.9
Methionine0.021.9
Cystine0.2016.6
Phenylalanine0.2621.5
Tyrosine0.1713.5
Valine0.2822.6
Arginine0.054.3
Histidine0.1713.5
Alanine0.3427.5
Aspartic Acid0.4839.2
Glutamic Acid2.0166.4
Glycine0.4436.1
Proline0.3528.8
Serine0.1310.3

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

2
Insulin Index
Low Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 2
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Category ●● Assigned from measured food category

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Polyphenols & Bioactive Compounds

Polyphenols are plant-derived compounds with antioxidant properties. Higher intake is associated with reduced cardiovascular risk and improved gut health.

214
Total Polyphenols
mg per 100g · Rich Source
1
Polyphenol Classes
identified in this food
Phenolic Acids214 mg100%

Processing Impact on Polyphenols

How common cooking methods affect polyphenol content in beverages. Retention % is relative to the raw/unprocessed food.

Best Method
Fermentation
85% retained
Most Loss
Boiling
78% retained
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Fermentation85%
Tea oxidation (black tea) converts catechins to theaflavins; wine≈182 mg
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Boiling78%
Tea/coffee brewing extracts polyphenols from leaves/grounds; long≈167 mg

Health Associations

Research-backed associations for the polyphenol classes found in this food. Evidence strength rated from systematic reviews and meta-analyses.

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↑ Antioxidant capacityStrong
Phenolic Acids: Chlorogenic acid (coffee) and ferulic acid (grains) show consistent antioxidant
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↑ Glucose metabolismModerate
Phenolic Acids: Chlorogenic acid may slow glucose absorption and improve insulin sensitivity
⚠ Most evidence is from observational studies and in vitro research. Randomized controlled trials are limited. Individual responses vary based on gut microbiome, genetics, and overall diet. Associations do not prove causation.

Polyphenol data matched from: “Coffee, filter” · ●●● high confidence

Source: Phenol-Explorer 3.6 (INRA, 2023) · Retention: Rothwell 2013, Palermo 2014 · Health: Del Bo' 2019, Grosso 2017

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Coffee” category.

28.5
kg CO₂e / kg
Very High Impact
21.6
m² land / kg
Land Use
13,210
L water / kg
Water Use
113
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions28.5 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use21.6 m² / kg
Water Use13,210 L / kg
Eutrophication23.1 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification113 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder?

Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder contains 353 kcal per 100 grams, making it a calorie-dense food. The energy comes from 12.2g of protein (14% of calories), 0.50g of fat (1%), and 75.4g of carbohydrates (85%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.

What is Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder is Carbohydrate, providing 75.4 g per 100g (58% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Protein (22% DV). Our database tracks 80 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder high in protein?

Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder provides 12.2g of protein per 100 grams — a moderate amount. Protein contributes 14% of its calories.

How much fiber is in Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder?

Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder contains 0.10g of fiber per 100 grams, which is a small amount. To increase fiber intake, consider pairing with high-fiber foods such as legumes, whole grains, or vegetables.

Does Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder contain polyphenols?

Yes, Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder contains approximately 214 mg of polyphenols per 100g, primarily from the high class. Polyphenols are bioactive plant compounds associated with antioxidant properties. Their retention can vary with cooking and processing methods — see the processing impact section above for details.

What is the insulin index of Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder?

Beverages, coffee, instant, regular, powder has a low insulin response (II: 2) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This means it triggers relatively little insulin secretion, which may be relevant for those managing insulin sensitivity or following low-insulin dietary strategies. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.