Boxing food rankings
Amaranth leaves: how it ranks for boxers
The best form of amaranth leaves here is raw. It ranks 315 of 2,591 foods all-round, with 79% of its calories from protein. Top-scoring entry: Amaranth leaves (raw). All-round (Super) 17.3, rank 315/2,591. %Protein per kcal 79, Nutrient Density 22, estimated Satiety 71, energy density 0.18 kcal/g.
Every form of amaranth leaves, ranked
| Preparation | All-Round Nutrition | Making Weight | % Protein/kcal | Nutrients | Fullness | Carbs | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| raw | 17.3 | 57.8 | 79% | 22 | 71 | 0g | 19 |
| boiled in unsalted water | 13.4 | 56.1 | 77% | 17 | 71 | 0g | 17 |
Carbs and calories are per 100 g. Part of the Vegetables group. Scores from the UK Government CoFID 2021 dataset.
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Common questions
Is amaranth leaves good for boxers?
On an all-round basis (17 out of 100), amaranth leaves ranks 315 of 2,591 foods. Its best form here is raw, with 79% of its calories from protein, a nutrient-density score of 22 and an estimated fullness of 71.
How is amaranth leaves scored?
Scores come from the UK Government CoFID 2021 dataset. The all-round score combines protein per calorie, nutrient density and estimated satiety. Satiety is modelled from the drivers of fullness, not measured directly.
General information for boxers, not medical or dietary advice. For a plan built around you, speak to a registered dietitian or your GP. Food data from the UK Government CoFID 2021 dataset, used under the Open Government Licence.
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