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What Is Cattail Good For?

FoodData CentralUpdated 6 April 2026

Cattail is a protein-rich food that is very low in calories. It is rich in potassium. Discover the nutritional benefits and how cattail can support your health goals.

Cattail provides 4.8 calories, 0.2g protein, 1g carbohydrates, and 0g fat per shoot (19g). It is a source of Vitamin C (0.7mg per 100g) and contains 4.5g of dietary fibre per 100g, supporting digestive health.

Key Benefits of Cattail

  • Low in calories, great for weight management
  • Low in carbohydrates, suitable for keto diets
  • Very low in sugar
  • Rich in potassium for heart health and blood pressure regulation
  • Good source of magnesium for muscle and nerve function

Cattail Is Best For

Weight loss dietsLow-carb dietsBlood sugar managementHeart health

Complete Nutritional Profile

Per shoot (19g)

4.8

cal

1g

carbs

0.2g

protein

0g

fat

0.9g

fiber

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