Bifana has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin and Niacin.
The food contains 91.8g 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 very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 28.2 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.4 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. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Bifana has been given a composite ranking of 48, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 20% | |
Calories from Fat | 13% | |
Calories from Carbs | 67% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 300 IU | 6% | ||
Vitamin C | 7.2 mg | 12% | ||
Thiamin | 1.5 mg | 99% | ||
Niacin | 19.6 mg | 98% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 1.1 mg | 57% | ||
Folate | 28 mcg | 7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 270 mg | 27% | ||
Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | ||
Magnesium | 88 mg | 22% | ||
Potassium | 767 mg | 21.9% | ||
Sodium | 67 mg | 2.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 91.8 g | 30.6% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
Sugars | 82.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 28.2 g | 56.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8 g | 12.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 536 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8 g 12.3%
Saturated Fat 1.9 g 9.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 74 mg 24.7%
Sodium 67 mg 2.8%
Total Carbohydrates 91.8 g 30.6%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 82.3 g
Protein 28.2 g 56.4%
Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 12%
Calcium 27% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 233
Protein 9.5 g | Carbs 18.1 g | Fat 13.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 601
Protein 31.8 g | Carbs 73.8 g | Fat 19.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 18.2 g | Carbs 4.4 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 221
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 22.3 g | Fat 13.5 g