Basic Spaghetti of our week has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C.
The food contains 34.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.28 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Basic Spaghetti of our week has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 54% | |
Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 320 IU | 6.4% | ||
Vitamin C | 20 mg | 33.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 2.1 mg | 7.1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.22 mg | 14.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.23 mg | 13.4% | ||
Niacin | 4 mg | 19.9% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.65 mg | 32.5% | ||
Folate | 44 mcg | 11% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg | 22% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.57 mg | 5.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 143 mg | 14.3% | ||
Iron | 4.3 mg | 23.8% | ||
Magnesium | 42.8 mg | 10.7% | ||
Phosphorus | 179 mg | 17.9% | ||
Potassium | 528.3 mg | 15.1% | ||
Sodium | 343.1 mg | 14.3% | ||
Zinc | 3 mg | 20.2% | ||
Copper | 0.3 mg | 15.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.91 mg | 45.6% | ||
Selenium | 21.9 mcg | 31.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 11.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 16.4% | ||
Sugars | 6.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 15.9 g | 31.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 26.7 g | 41.1% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 15.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 435 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.7 g 41.1%
Saturated Fat 6.9 g 34.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 42.4 mg 14.1%
Sodium 343.1 mg 14.3%
Total Carbohydrates 34.6 g 11.5%
Dietary Fiber 4.1 g16.4%
Sugars 6.2 g
Protein 15.9 g 31.8%
Vitamin A 6.4% Vitamin C 33.3%
Calcium 14.3% Iron 23.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 334
Protein 15.9 g | Carbs 48.7 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 522
Protein 16.8 g | Carbs 34.3 g | Fat 35.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 457
Protein 18.4 g | Carbs 62.4 g | Fat 15.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 11 g | Carbs 17.4 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 241
Protein 30.5 g | Carbs 15.3 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 342
Protein 18.2 g | Carbs 39.1 g | Fat 12.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 272
Protein 10.8 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 14.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 555
Protein 31.3 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 35.3 g