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Banana Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Banana Couscous Recipe

Banana Couscous has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin D and Riboflavin.

The food contains 75.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and 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. With 16.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Banana Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat2%
 Calories from Carbs80%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A201 IU4%Top 30%High
Retinol52.2 mcg
Vitamin C4.2 mg6.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D34.9 IU8.7%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.35 mg20.4%Top 10%Very High
Niacin1 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.35 mg17.3%Top 30%High
Folate15.2 mcg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.69 mg6.9%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium135.3 mg13.5%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.35 mg1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium29.8 mg7.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus120.8 mg12.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium318.7 mg9.1%Top 10%Very High
Sodium52.8 mg2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.69 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.35 mg17.3%Top 30%High
Selenium1.4 mcg2%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26 g8.7%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.5%Top 30%High
Sugars10 g
Glucose2.1 mg
Fructose2.1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.7 g11.3%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.31 g0.48%Bottom 10%Very Low
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.52%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368 Calories from Fat 8

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.9 g 1.4%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 5.1 mg 1.7%

Sodium 152.7 mg 6.4%

Total Carbohydrates 75.2 g 25.1%

Dietary Fiber 5.4 g21.6%

Sugars 28.9 g

Protein 16.4 g 32.8%

Vitamin A 11.6% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 39.1% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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