Turnips

fruits

USDA name: Turnips, raw

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117 cal
P:1gC:6gF:0g
1.8g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories117

Total Fat0.1g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs6.4g

Fiber1.8g

Sugars3.8g

Protein0.9g

Macro Breakdown

Protein0.9g (12%)
Carbs6.4g (85%)
Fat0.1g (3%)

Health Scores (0-10)

9.8
Metabolic
7.8
Inflammation
6.1
Hormonal
5.5
Gut Health
8.9
Skin Health
5.0
Brain Health
7.6
Bone Health
6.1
Sleep
5.9
Exercise
5.1
Longevity
5.3
Detox
8.5
Immunity
6.1
Pral
5.2
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
7.1
Bioavailability
5.7
Electrolyte
5.3
Methylation

๐Ÿงฌ How Turnips Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 2% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5ฮฑ-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 3% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Cortisol 5% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA โ€” calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 1% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Anemia

vitamin c + copper. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.

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Inflammation

vitamin c + fiber. Omega-3 EPA/DHA โ†’ resolvins (pro-resolving mediators). Antioxidants neutralize free radicals. Fiber .

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Magnesium 3% DV

3% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.

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Sleep Quality

Magnesium (11mg) relaxes muscles and calms the nervous system.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal117.0 kJโ€”
Protein0.9 g2% DV
Total Fat0.1 gโ€”
Carbohydrate6.4 g2% DV
Fiber1.8 g6% DV
Sugar3.8 g8% DV
Sodium67.0 mg3% DV
Calcium30.0 mg2% DV
Iron0.3 mg2% DV
Magnesium11.0 mg3% DV
Phosphorus27.0 mg2% DV
Potassium191.0 mg4% DV
Zinc0.3 mg2% DV
Vitamin C21.0 mg23% DV
Vitamin B60.1 mg5% DV
Folate15.0 ยตg4% DV
Vitamin E0.0 mgโ€”
Vitamin K0.1 ยตgโ€”
Selenium0.7 ยตg1% DV

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Alcoholic beverage, malt beer, hard lemonade
284 cal
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Turnips, raw boost immunity?
Yes. Turnips, raw provides 21mg of vitamin C per 100g (23% DV) โ€” one of the best food sources. Vitamin C supports white blood cell production, acts as an antioxidant, and strengthens skin barrier defense.