Fiber
9.3g
33% of Daily Value
Protein
17.81g
36% of Daily Value
Added sugar
0g
0% of Daily Value
Sodium
74mg
3% of Daily Value
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What it brings to the tableFiber (9.3g)+12
Protein (17.8g)+10
Micronutrients (Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Folate, Riboflavin)+12
Healthy fat profile+10
Whole food (NOVA 1)+10
Bonus cap (+35)-19
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What holds it backSaturated fat (6.7g)-7
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Reader questions
Is tahini healthy?
Tahini scores 78/100 (Very good). It's minimally processed, which supports the score. Its fiber content is a meaningful positive.
Is tahini good for weight loss?
Yes — Tahini is relatively satiating thanks to its protein content.
Is tahini safe for people with diabetes?
Tahini has little or no added sugar per 100g, which makes it a reasonable fit for blood-sugar-aware eating patterns.
Is tahini ultra-processed?
No — Tahini is NOVA 1, meaning it's either whole (1), culinary (2), or lightly processed (3).
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Data & references
- Nutrient values: USDA FoodData Central.
- Daily Value baselines: FDA Daily Values and NIH Dietary Reference Intakes.
- Dietary pattern guidance: USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025.
- Processing classification: NOVA food classification.
- Scoring formula: FoodScore methodology.