Calories and Nutritions in Kamut

A 100g serving (3.53oz) of cooked Kamut contains 132 calories. A 100g serving of dry Bob's Red Mill Organic Whole Grain Kamut contains 348 calories. A 100g serving of Everland Organic Whole Grain Kamut Flour contains 340 calories. A 100g serving of The Foodnanny Kamut White Flour contains 367 calories. A 100g serving of Nature's Path Kamut Puffs Cereal contains 294 calories. A 100g serving of Arrowhead Mills Organic Puffed Kamut contains 400 calories.

One kilogram (1000g) of cooked Kamut contains 1320 calories. One kilogram of dry Bob's Red Mill Organic Whole Grain Kamut contains 3480 calories.

One cup of cooked Kamut (172g) contains 227 calories. A 0.3 cup dry serving (46g) of Bob's Red Mill Organic Whole Grain Kamut contains 160 calories. A 0.25 cup (30g) serving of The Foodnanny Kamut White Flour contains 110 calories. A 0.8 cup serving (15g) of Arrowhead Mills Organic Puffed Kamut cereal contains 60 calories.

Kamut khorasan wheat offers substantial health benefits due to a high concentration of protein, fiber, and essential minerals. The grain's unique nutritional makeup supports metabolic health and cellular function. The key health advantages are detailed below.

• Kamut is a high-protein grain. The grain contains more protein than common modern wheat, providing essential amino acids for muscle repair, immune function, and enzyme production. A study by Sofi, F., et al. (2013), "Characterization of Khorasan wheat (Kamut) and impact of a replacement diet on cardiovascular risk factors," confirmed the high protein content and found that a Kamut-based diet had beneficial metabolic effects.
• Kamut is rich in essential minerals. The grain is an excellent source of selenium, zinc, and magnesium, which are vital for antioxidant defense, immune response, and nerve function. Research by Bórmida, L., et al. (2014), "A khorasan wheat-based replacement diet improves risk factors of cardiovascular disease in healthy subjects," demonstrated that consumption of Kamut products led to a significant increase in blood levels of selenium and zinc.
• Kamut may improve metabolic health. Studies suggest that replacing modern wheat products with Kamut products can lead to improvements in blood sugar and cholesterol levels. The same 2013 study by Sofi, F., et al. found that a Kamut-based diet resulted in a reduction of total cholesterol, LDL ("bad") cholesterol, and blood glucose levels in healthy participants.

Kamut is a nutritious grain for many, but the food contains gluten and has a higher calorie density than some other grains, which are potential concerns for certain individuals. These potential concerns are detailed in the points that follow.

• Kamut contains gluten. As a variety of wheat, Kamut contains gluten proteins that can trigger adverse reactions in individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. A study by Valerii, F., et al. (2016), "Effect of a kamut-based diet on the irritable bowel syndrome," noted that while some individuals with non-celiac sensitivity might tolerate Kamut better than modern wheat, the grain is not safe for those with celiac disease. A suitable gluten-free alternative is buckwheat.
• Kamut is relatively high in calories. Compared to other whole grains, Kamut has a higher calorie content per serving, which should be considered in the context of a calorie-controlled diet. A 100g serving of uncooked Kamut contains 337 calories, while the same amount of uncooked oats contains 307 calories. A daily suggested amount for individuals without gluten sensitivity is one cup (172g) of cooked Kamut.

Yes, for individuals who can tolerate gluten, Kamut is a good food choice because the grain is a nutritional powerhouse, offering high levels of protein, fiber, and minerals that support overall health. For metabolic health, consuming Kamut in place of modern wheat has been shown to improve key cardiovascular risk factors. A study by Sofi, F., et al. (2013), "Characterization of Khorasan wheat (Kamut) and impact of a replacement diet on cardiovascular risk factors," found that a Kamut-based diet significantly lowered total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and blood glucose. Regarding cellular health, Kamut is an exceptional source of the antioxidant mineral selenium, which protects cells from oxidative damage. Research by Bórmida, L., et al. (2014), "A khorasan wheat-based replacement diet improves risk factors of cardiovascular disease in healthy subjects," confirmed that eating Kamut products boosts blood selenium levels. For digestive health, the high fiber content of whole grain Kamut promotes regular bowel movements and supports a healthy gut microbiome. A review by Anderson, J. W., et al. (2009), "Health benefits of dietary fiber," demonstrated the critical role of fiber in maintaining digestive wellness.

Yes, Kamut has gluten. Kamut is a brand name for khorasan wheat, which is an ancient variety of wheat. Like all wheat, Kamut contains gluten proteins. A 100g serving of uncooked Kamut contains 14.5g of protein, a significant portion of which is gluten. While some anecdotal reports and small studies suggest that the gluten structure in Kamut may be more digestible for some people with non-celiac gluten sensitivity, the grain is absolutely not safe for individuals with celiac disease or a diagnosed wheat allergy.

The calorie content of Kamut changes based on its form, whether raw, processed into flour, or puffed. The raw, unprocessed whole grain berries and the whole grain flour have the highest calorie density, with uncooked Kamut containing 337 calories per 100g and Kamut flour containing 340 calories per 100g. The processing into flour does not alter the calorie count in a meaningful way. The lowest calorie form is the puffed Kamut cereal, which contains 294 calories per 100g. The lowest calorie count for a Kamut product is 294 calories for the puffed cereal, while the highest is 340 calories for the flour. The calorie count of the cooked grain is much lower due to water absorption, at 132 calories per 100g.

Kamut and khorasan wheat are essentially the same, because Kamut is the registered trademark name for a specific type of certified organic khorasan wheat. The two terms refer to the same ancient grain. The name Kamut is a guarantee that the khorasan wheat has been grown according to certified organic standards and has never been hybridized or genetically modified. The Kamut brand also ensures specific quality standards, such as high protein and selenium levels. Therefore, all Kamut is khorasan wheat, but not all khorasan wheat can be marketed under the Kamut brand name. The origin of the grain is the Fertile Crescent, and the specific variety now known as Kamut was rediscovered in the 20th century.

The origin of Kamut brand khorasan wheat is tied to a modern story of rediscovery. Khorasan wheat is an ancient grain that originated thousands of years ago in the Fertile Crescent, the region of the Middle East historically known as Mesopotamia. The specific grain that would become Kamut was brought to the United States after World War II. A U.S. airman stationed in Egypt sent a handful of the large, amber-colored wheat kernels to his father, a farmer in Montana. The farmer, Earl Dedman, cultivated the grain as a novelty, calling the wheat "King Tut's Wheat." In 1977, farmer Mack Quinn began cultivating the grain. His son, Bob Quinn, a Ph.D. plant scientist, recognized the grain's unique qualities and commercial potential. In 1990, the Quinn family registered the trademark "Kamut" to protect and preserve this specific variety of khorasan wheat as a certified organic, non-hybridized, and non-GMO grain.