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Wheat Kernels |
Definition
Wheat, a member of the grass family (Gramineae), produces a dry one-seeded fruit, “caryopsis,” commonly called a kernel, grain or berry.
Availability
Whole-kernel wheat is available in its raw, dry form, or in a precooked, frozen “ready-to-eat” form. It may be found in the supermarkets, bulk bin commodity stores, health food stores, elevators, mills and through mail-order. In the store, it may be found in the produce section, the dry foods section or the specialty food aisle. The ready-to-eat form is available mainly to commercial institutions or on salad bars.
One serving of fully cooked wheat kernels equals 1/2 cup, about 2.5 ounces (or 1 ounce dry), and provides:
| ITEM |
AMOUNT |
| Calories | 42 |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g |
| Fat (Total) | 0 g |
| Potassium | 50 mg |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Selenium | 8 mcg |
| Iron | 0 mg |
| Niacin | 1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg |
| Folate | 6 mcg |
| Calories from: |
| Carbohydrates | 81% |
| Fat | 4% |
| Protein | 15% |
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