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Creamy Polenta 3 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Polenta 3 Recipe

Creamy Polenta 3 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 20.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.2 gms of protein, it is average 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Polenta 3 has been given a composite ranking of 50, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs33%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A252.3 IU5%Top 30%High
Retinol60.4 mcg
Vitamin C1.4 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.1 IU1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.45 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate5 mcg1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium58.1 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.45 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium18 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus67.1 mg6.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium100 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium158.9 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.45 mg3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium2.3 mcg3.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate9.3 g3.1%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.68 g2.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.3 g4.7%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0.5 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.2 g11.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.3 g21.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 242 Calories from Fat 144

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16 g 24.6%

Saturated Fat 9.6 g 48%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 55.6 mg 18.5%

Sodium 352.8 mg 14.7%

Total Carbohydrates 20.7 g 6.9%

Dietary Fiber 1.5 g6%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 5.2 g 10.4%

Vitamin A 11.2% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 12.9% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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