Butter fungus
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 0.001gCarbs
- Fiber
- 4.5gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 0gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 0gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Index
- 15Glycemic Index
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Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- Yes
- Carnivore
- Yes
- Paleo
- Yes
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- Yes
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- Yes
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Butter fungus
- Water91.0g
- Fiber4.5g
- Carbs0.0g
- Fat0.0g
- Protein2.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Not present
- Purine
- Low
- Tyramine
- Low
- FODMAP
- Low
- Oxalate
- Low
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Not present
- Antioxidants
- Moderate
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For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.
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Butter fungus contains virtually no carbohydrates (0.001g per 100g), making it an excellent choice for ketogenic and low-carb diets. With 20 kcal, 2g of protein, and 0.001g of fat per 100g, it delivers essential macronutrients without raising blood sugar. It is also a notable source of Phosphorus (15mg), supporting healthy mineral intake.
- Net carbs: 0 g (all carbs from fiber)
- Fiber: 4.5 g
- Glycemic index (GI): 15 (low)
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.4
- Vitamin C: 8
- Phosphorus: 70
With just 0.001g of carbohydrates per 100g, Butter fungus is a perfect choice for strict ketogenic and low-carb diets. A serving of 150g provides only 0g of carbs — essentially zero — with no impact on insulin levels. Its fat content of 0.001g and protein of 2g per 100g help maintain ketosis. Butter fungus can be consumed freely within a keto eating plan.
Butter fungus contains virtually no carbohydrates (0.001g per 100g), so the concept of glycemic index does not apply here. With no digestible carbs present, Butter fungus causes no measurable rise in blood sugar. It is suitable for all dietary patterns focused on stable glucose control.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 0
- Vitamin C
- 8
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.1
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.4
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.05
- Beta-Carotene
- 0
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 15
- Calcium
- 25
- Iron
- 1.3
- Potassium
- 190
- Magnesium
- 6
- Phosphorus
- 70
- Zinc
- 0.5
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 150g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Not present
- Lactose
- Not present
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 0 |
| CalciumMineral | 25 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 0.001 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 0.001 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 4.5 |
| IronMineral | 1.3 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 6 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 70 |
| PotassiumMineral | 190 |
| ProteinMacro | 2 |
| SodiumMineral | 15 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 0 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.1 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.4 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.05 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 8 |
| WaterMacro | 91 |
| ZincMineral | 0.5 |
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