Breast Milk Calories and Nutrition Facts

Calories and nutrients based on laboratory measurements

Summary

Calories
70
kcal / 100 g
Protein
1
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
6.9
g / 100 g
Fat
4.4
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
  • Protein 6%
  • Carbohydrates 39%
  • Fat 55%

100 grams of Breast Milk contain 70 kcal, 1 g protein, 6.9 g carbohydrates and 4.4 g fat. 1 cup (246 g) has about 172 kcal.

Low sodium

Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).

Breast Milk Nutrition Facts

VitaminsPer 100 gNRV
Vitamin A61 µg8%
Vitamin C5 mg6%
Vitamin D0.1 µg2%
Vitamin E0.08 mg1%
Vitamin K0.3 µg0%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.014 mg1%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.036 mg3%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)0.18 mg1%
Vitamin B60.011 mg1%
Vitamin B120.05 µg2%
Folate5 µg3%
MineralsPer 100 gNRV
Calcium32 mg4%
Iron0.03 mg0%
Magnesium3 mg1%
Phosphorus14 mg2%
Potassium51 mg3%
Sodium17 mg1%
Zinc0.17 mg2%
Copper0.052 mg5%
Manganese0.026 mg1%
Selenium1.8 µg3%
Fat breakdownPer 100 g
Saturated fat2 g
Monounsaturated fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated fat0.5 g
Cholesterol14 mg

NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.

Allergens and Diets

Contains none of the 14 major EU allergens.

Vegan
No
Vegetarian
Yes
Gluten-free
Yes
Dairy-free
Yes

Based on the food itself; processed products may contain traces.

Data Source

Values are laboratory measurements from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.

USDA record: Milk, human, mature, fluid (For Reference Only). View on USDA

Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Breast Milk?
100 grams of Breast Milk contain 70 kcal. 1 cup (246 g) has about 172 kcal.
How much protein is in Breast Milk?
100 grams contain 1 g of protein; 6% of its energy comes from protein.
Is Breast Milk gluten-free?
Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
Is Breast Milk vegan?
No, it contains animal products.

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