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Chicken Couscous 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Couscous 1 Recipe

Chicken Couscous 1 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 56.6g 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. With 42.4 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.

Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

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 5 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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. It is also a high 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 Chicken Couscous 1 has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol9 mcg
Vitamin C3.3 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.2 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.6 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.14 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Folate27.1 mcg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.14 mcg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Pantothenic Acid0.27 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium17.8 mg1.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.68 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium16.1 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus65.2 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.14 mg0%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium318.4 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Zinc0.54 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.14 mg6.8%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.27 mg13.6%Top 30%High
Selenium2.4 mcg3.5%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.7 g2.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.8 g7.1%Top 30%High
Sugars1.7 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.8 g11.5%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.1 mg
Isoleucine0.1 mg
Leucine0.1 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0.1 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.1 mg
Tyrosine0.1 mg
Valine0.1 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0.1 mg
Alanine0.1 mg
Aspartic Acid0.4 mg
Glutamic Acid0.5 mg
Glycine0.1 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.1 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.8 g4.3%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.88 g4.4%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 570 Calories from Fat 186

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.6 g 31.7%

Saturated Fat 6.5 g 32.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 120.2 mg 40.1%

Sodium 2340 mg 97.5%

Total Carbohydrates 56.6 g 18.9%

Dietary Fiber 13 g52%

Sugars 12.8 g

Protein 42.4 g 84.8%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 13.1% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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