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Nuts, coconut meat, raw

Nuts/Seeds Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Contains: 🌰 Tree Nuts

Nuts, coconut meat, raw is a nut/seed, containing 354 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Manganese, providing 1.5 mg (65% of the Daily Value) per 100g serving. This nut/seed is rich in dietary fiber, high in fat. Nuts and seeds provide healthy fats, protein, fiber, and minerals including magnesium, zinc, and selenium. Their high nutrient density makes them a valuable component of heart-healthy diets. Our database tracks 87 nutrients for this food, plus glycemic index, insulin index, environmental footprint data.

354
Calories
kcal
3.3
Protein
g
33.5
Fat
g
15.2
Carbs
g
9.0
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

💎
Manganese
1.5 mg
65% DV
💎
Copper
0.43 mg
48% DV
💎
Iron
2.4 mg
30% DV

Data for 87 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 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR47.0g
1%
Calories SR354kcal
Energy (kJ) SR1,481kj
Protein SR3.3g
6%
Total Fat SR33.5g
Carbohydrate SR15.2g
12%
Fiber SR9.0g
24%
Total Sugars SR6.2g
Ash SR0.97g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR14.0mg
1%
Iron SR2.4mg
30%
Magnesium SR32.0mg
8%
Phosphorus SR113mg
16%
Potassium SR356mg
10%
Sodium SR20.0mg
1%
Zinc SR1.1mg
10%
Copper SR0.43mg
48%
Manganese SR1.5mg
65%
Selenium SR10.1µg
18%
Vitamins 29
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR0µg
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU
Retinol SR0µg
Beta-Carotene SR0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg
Vitamin C SR3.3mg
4%
Vitamin D SR0µg
Vitamin D (IU) SR0IU
Vitamin E SR0.24mg
2%
Beta-Tocopherol SR0mg
Gamma-Tocopherol SR0.53mg
Delta-Tocopherol SR0mg
Alpha-Tocotrienol SR1.5mg
Beta-Tocotrienol SR0mg
Vitamin K1 SR0.20µg
0%
Thiamin (B1) SR0.07mg
6%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.02mg
2%
Niacin (B3) SR0.54mg
3%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.30mg
6%
Vitamin B6 SR0.05mg
4%
Folate SR26.0µg
6%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) SR26.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR26.0µg
Vitamin B12 SR0µg
Choline SR12.1mg
2%
Fatty Acids 8
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR29.7g
Monounsaturated Fat SR1.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.37g
Cholesterol SR0mg
Phytosterols SR47.0mg
Omega-3 EPA SR0g
Omega-3 DPA SR0g
Omega-3 DHA SR0g
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0.19g
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR2.3g
Capric Acid (10:0) SR1.9g
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR14.9g
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR5.9g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR2.8g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR1.7g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.37g
2%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan SR0.04g
Threonine SR0.12g
Isoleucine SR0.13g
Leucine SR0.25g
Lysine SR0.15g
Methionine SR0.06g
Cystine SR0.07g
Phenylalanine SR0.17g
Tyrosine SR0.10g
Valine SR0.20g
Arginine SR0.55g
Histidine SR0.08g
Alanine SR0.17g
Aspartic Acid SR0.33g
Glutamic Acid SR0.76g
Glycine SR0.16g
Proline SR0.14g
Serine SR0.17g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol SR0g

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.

-21
NRF9.3 Score
Poor · 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.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete

Zinc vs Copper●●●

High zinc intake induces metallothionein in enterocytes, which traps copper and blocks its absorption. Prolonged high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.

Prasad et al., JAMA, 1978; Fosmire, Am J Clin Nutr, 1990

Zinc vs Iron●●

Zinc and non-heme iron compete for the same intestinal transporter (DMT1). High doses of one can reduce absorption of the other when taken simultaneously.

Rossander-Hulten et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991

Fiber vs Iron●●

Phytates in high-fibre foods (whole grains, legumes) bind non-heme iron and reduce its bioavailability. Soaking, sprouting, and fermentation reduce phytate content.

Hurrell & Egli, Int J Vitam Nutr Res, 2010

Fiber vs Zinc●●

Phytates in fibre-rich foods chelate zinc, reducing its bioavailability by up to 50% in high-phytate diets. This is a major concern in plant-based diets.

Sandstrom, Food Nutr Res, 1997

Manganese vs Iron●●

Manganese and iron share the DMT1 transporter and compete for absorption. High iron status reduces manganese absorption and vice versa.

Erikson et al., Pharmacol Ther, 2007

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.

98
Amino Acid Score
Good
Lysine
Limiting Amino Acid
18
Amino Acids Tracked

Tip: The limiting amino acid is Lysine. Pair with legumes, dairy, and soy for a complete amino acid profile.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.0411.7
Threonine0.1236.3
Isoleucine0.1339.3
Leucine0.2574.2
Lysine0.1544.1
Methionine0.0618.6
Cystine0.0719.8
Phenylalanine0.1750.8
Tyrosine0.1030.9
Valine0.2060.7
Arginine0.55164.0
Histidine0.0823.1
Alanine0.1751.1
Aspartic Acid0.3397.6
Glutamic Acid0.76228.5
Glycine0.1647.4
Proline0.1441.4
Serine0.1751.7

Fatty Acid Profile

Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.

29.7g
Saturated
1.4g
Monounsaturated
0.37g
Polyunsaturated
Omega Fatty Acids
Linoleic acid (18:2 n-6)0.37 g

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Nuts” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Glycemic & Insulin Response

The Glycemic Index (GI) measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar on a 0–100 scale. The Insulin Index (II) measures the insulin response directly, which can differ from GI — notably, dairy and high-protein foods often trigger a higher insulin response than their GI suggests. White bread = 100 for both scales.

45
Glycemic Index
Low GI
4
Glycemic Load
Low GL (per 80g)
GI Scale 45
0 Low <55 Med High ≥70 100

GI data matched from: “Coconut, fresh” · ●●● high confidence

48
Insulin Index
Moderate Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 48
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
GI Model ●● Estimated via GI-based regression (R²=0.78)

Source: International Tables of Glycemic Index (Sydney University, 2021) · Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

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

1.1
kg CO₂e / kg
Low Impact
1.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
153
L water / kg
Water Use
4.8
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions1.1 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use1.4 m² / kg
Water Use153 L / kg
Eutrophication3.6 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification4.8 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.

Global Supply: Tree Nuts

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Tree Nuts” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Maldives
129
2.
Türkiye
108
3.
Kyrgyzstan
103
4.
Greece
86
5.
Libya
86
6.
Guinea-Bissau
81
7.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
79
8.
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
73
9.
Switzerland
71
10.
Lebanon
68

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+75%
1961: 12 kcal2023: 21 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Nuts, coconut meat, raw?

Nuts, coconut meat, raw contains 354 kcal per 100 grams, making it a calorie-dense food. The energy comes from 3.3g of protein (4% of calories), 33.5g of fat (85%), and 15.2g of carbohydrates (17%). Fat is the primary energy source.

What is Nuts, coconut meat, raw most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Nuts, coconut meat, raw is Manganese, providing 1.5 mg per 100g (65% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Copper (48% DV). Our database tracks 87 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Nuts, coconut meat, raw high in protein?

Nuts, coconut meat, raw contains 3.3g of protein per 100 grams. While not a high-protein food, it can contribute to daily protein needs as part of a varied diet.

How much fiber is in Nuts, coconut meat, raw?

Yes, Nuts, coconut meat, raw is rich in dietary fiber with 9.0g per 100 grams. The daily recommended intake is 25-38g, so a serving contributes meaningfully toward that goal. Dietary fiber supports digestive health and is associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.

What is the glycemic index of Nuts, coconut meat, raw?

Nuts, coconut meat, raw has a glycemic index of 45, which is classified as low (≤55). Low-GI foods cause a slower, more gradual rise in blood sugar levels, which may be beneficial for blood sugar management. The glycemic load, which accounts for typical serving size, provides additional context for real-world blood sugar impact.

What is the insulin index of Nuts, coconut meat, raw?

Nuts, coconut meat, raw has a moderate insulin response (II: 48) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This is a typical insulin response for most mixed foods. 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.