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Poppy seeds are the edible seeds of the poppy plant, classed as nuts and seeds. The data shown are drawn from literature sources and do not specify a preparation method. Per 100g, they provide 47g of fat, 21g of protein, 1580mg of calcium and 330mg of magnesium.

Protein supports the maintenance and repair of body tissues. Calcium helps maintain bones and teeth and is needed for normal muscle function, while magnesium also contributes to muscle and nerve function. Fat is a concentrated source of energy, so the amount eaten is relevant when considering energy intake. Full nutrient figures, including saturated fat and salt, are in the tables below.

Nutrition per 100g

Nutrient

Per 100g

Fat

47g

of which saturates

6.8g

Protein

21g

Salt

0.05g

Water

6g

Cholesterol

0mg

Vitamins and minerals per 100g

Nutrient

Per 100g

Vitamin A (retinol equivalent)

0µg

Vitamin D

0µg

Vitamin E

2.7mg

Vitamin C

0mg

Thiamin (B1)

0.85mg

Riboflavin (B2)

0.17mg

Niacin (B3)

1mg

Vitamin B6

0.44mg

Vitamin B12

0µg

Folate

0µg

Calcium

1580mg

Iron

11mg

Magnesium

330mg

Phosphorus

840mg

Potassium

700mg

Sodium

21mg

Zinc

8.5mg

Copper

1.6mg

About these figures

Values are per 100g of the food as described (Literature sources). "Trace" means only a very small amount was found. Nutrients that were not measured are not shown. Salt is calculated from sodium.

Further reading and references

  • Public Health England. McCance and Widdowson's The Composition of Foods Integrated Dataset 2021. GOV.UK.

Article history

The information on this page is written and peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
  • 4 Nov 2026 | Latest version
  • 3 Nov 2026 | Originally published