Overview
A refined cassava starch dominated by rapidly available carbohydrate with minimal micronutrients
- Standard portion: 100 g
- Approx. 354 kcal per serving
Food noteShow details
- Tapioca starch is useful as a gluten-free thickener but nutritionally behaves as refined carbohydrate. It should be balanced with protein
- Fat
- And fiber to reduce glycemic load.
IngredientsShow details
- Cassava starch
Serving guidanceShow details
Best with
- Protein fillings
- Fiber-rich foods
Use caution with
- Diabetes excess
- Low-nutrient diets
Pros & consShow details
Pros
- Gluten-free thickener
- Neutral taste
- High energy
Cons
- High glycemic load
- Low micronutrients
- No fiber
Calorie comparisonShow details
| Serving | Calories | Protein (P) | Carbs (C) | Fat (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 serve100 g | 354 kcal | 0.1 g | 93.8 g | 0.2 g |
Per 50 g50 g | 177 kcal | 0.05 g | 46.9 g | 0.1 g |
Per 100 g100 g | 354 kcal | 0.1 g | 93.8 g | 0.2 g |
Per 150 g150 g | 531 kcal | 0.15 g | 140.7 g | 0.3 g |
Per 200 g200 g | 708 kcal | 0.2 g | 187.6 g | 0.4 g |
Per 250 g250 g | 885 kcal | 0.25 g | 234.5 g | 0.5 g |

