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Cocoa Ricotta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cocoa Ricotta Recipe

Cocoa Ricotta has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 1.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 0.3 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a low 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cocoa Ricotta has been given a composite ranking of 99, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat17%
 Calories from Carbs72%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A354.9 IU7.1%Top 30%High
Retinol97 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D5.3 IU1.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate12.8 mcg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium253.4 mg25.3%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.75 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium20.3 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus178.9 mg17.9%Top 30%High
Potassium136.1 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium0.3 mg0.01%Bottom 10%Very Low
Zinc1.5 mg10%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium15.8 mcg22.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.43 g0.5%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.38 g1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein0.23 g0.45%Bottom 10%Very Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine1.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.8 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.15 g0.23%Bottom 10%Very Low
Saturated Fat0.08 g0.38%Bottom 10%Very Low
Monounsaturated Fat2.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine3 mg
Theobromine27.8 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 8 Calories from Fat 2

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.2 g 0.31%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 0.4 mg 0.02%

Total Carbohydrates 1.9 g 0.6%

Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%

Sugars 0.8 g

Protein 0.3 g 0.6%

Vitamin A 9.4% Vitamin C

Calcium 33.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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