Kefir
Very low calorie densityCalories per 100 g
54
Density
0.54kcal/g
Protein / 100g
4.2g
Carbs / 100g
5.8g
Fat / 100g
1.9g
Where this food sits on the scale
01.546+ kcal/g
Kefir has 0.54 calories per gram (54 per 100 g). Mostly water and fiber. You can eat a large volume of these foods for very few calories. For comparison, water-rich vegetables sit near 0.2 kcal/g while pure oils reach about 9 kcal/g.
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Oza | 240 g | 130 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 54 |
Where the calories come from
- Protein4.2 g / 100 g29% of calories
- Carbs5.8 g / 100 g41% of calories
- Fat1.9 g / 100 g30% of calories
Quick comparisons
- Kefir is 3.6× as dense than Cucumber, With Peel, Raw (0.54 vs 0.15 kcal/g).
- Kefir is 1.2× as dense than Apple Juice, Canned Or Bottled, Unsweetened, With Added Ascorbic Acid (0.54 vs 0.46 kcal/g).
- Kefir is 4.7× less dense than Chicken Breast Tenders, Breaded, Cooked, Microwaved (0.54 vs 2.52 kcal/g).
Frequently asked questions about kefir
- How many calories are in 100 grams of kefir?
- Kefir contains 54 calories per 100 g, along with 4.2 g of protein, 5.8 g of carbohydrates, and 1.9 g of fat.
- What is the calorie density of kefir?
- Kefir has a calorie density of 0.54 kcal per gram, which places it in the very low tier (under 0.6 kcal/g).
- How many calories are in one 8 oza of kefir?
- One 8 oza of Kefir weighs about 240 g and provides roughly 130 calories.
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