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Poppy Seeds, raw Nutrition Facts

Poppy seeds are tiny, kidney-shaped seeds with an exceptionally high calcium content, even surpassing sesame seeds. These nutty, slightly sweet seeds are derived from the opium poppy plant but contain only trace amounts of alkaloids.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g serving

Calories525
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
41.6g64%
Saturated Fat
4.5g23%
Trans Fat
0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
28.6g
Monounsaturated Fat
5.9g
Cholesterol
-0%
Sodium
26mg1%
Total Carbohydrate
28.1g9%
Dietary Fiber
19.5g70%
Total Sugars
2.9g
Protein
17.9g36%
Vitamin A
-0%
Vitamin C
1.0mg1%
Vitamin D
-0%
Vitamin E
1.8mg12%
Vitamin K
-0%
Vitamin B6
0.2mg12%
Vitamin B12
-0%
Folate
82mcg21%
Calcium
1438mg111%
Iron
9.8mg54%
Potassium
719mg15%
Magnesium
347mg83%
Zinc
7.9mg72%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Health Benefits

  • ✓Extraordinary calcium source for bone health and teeth
  • ✓Very high fiber content aids digestive health
  • ✓Rich in manganese for metabolism and bone formation
  • ✓Good source of healthy polyunsaturated fats

Best For

Baking (muffins, bagels)Salad dressingsEastern European cuisinePastry fillings

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 months; poppy seeds can turn rancid quickly at room temperature

Serving Sizes

100g525 cal
1 tablespoon47 cal
1 teaspoon16 cal
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can poppy seeds make you fail a drug test?

Consuming large amounts of poppy seeds can result in trace opiates in urine tests, though modern tests have higher thresholds to avoid false positives from dietary consumption.

How much calcium is in poppy seeds?

Poppy seeds contain approximately 1438mg of calcium per 100g, which is even higher than sesame seeds, making them one of the richest plant-based calcium sources.

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