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Arabic Almond Cake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Arabic Almond Cake Recipe

Arabic Almond Cake has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron and Riboflavin.

The food contains 58.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 22.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Arabic cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Arabic Almond Cake has been given a composite ranking of 22, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A271.4 IU5.4%Top 30%High
Retinol80.5 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D41.4 IU10.3%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.75 mg44.2%Top 10%Very High
Niacin1.5 mg7.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate48.9 mcg12.2%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.5%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.75 mg7.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium161.7 mg16.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron3 mg16.7%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium140.6 mg35.2%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus342.1 mg34.2%Top 10%Very High
Potassium427.1 mg12.2%Top 10%Very High
Sodium72.1 mg3%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc2.3 mg15%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.75 mg37.6%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.5 mg75.2%Top 10%Very High
Selenium16.5 mcg23.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44.1 g14.7%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber6.2 g24.7%Top 10%Very High
Starch0 g
Sugars34.8 g
Sucrose33.1 mg
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16.9 g33.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine1.5 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid2.3 mg
Glutamic Acid4.5 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0.8 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat29.5 g45.5%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat3.4 g16.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat17.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat6.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water40.6 g
Ash2.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 648 Calories from Fat 353

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 39.3 g 60.5%

Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 248 mg 82.7%

Sodium 95.9 mg 4%

Total Carbohydrates 58.7 g 19.6%

Dietary Fiber 8.2 g32.8%

Sugars 46.3 g

Protein 22.5 g 45%

Vitamin A 7.2% Vitamin C

Calcium 21.5% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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