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Falafel 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Falafel 2 Recipe

Falafel 2 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.

The food contains 45.3g 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 14.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

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

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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mediterranean cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Falafel 2 has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs63%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A257.1 IU5.1%Top 30%High
Retinol12.4 mcg
Vitamin C7.6 mg12.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin D6.7 IU1.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.95 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate366.7 mcg91.7%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid3.8 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.95 mg9.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium92.4 mg9.2%Top 30%High
Iron4.8 mg26.5%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium81 mg20.2%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus262.9 mg26.3%Top 10%Very High
Potassium629.5 mg18%Top 10%Very High
Sodium788 mg32.8%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2.9 mg19%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.95 mg47.6%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.9 mg95.2%Top 10%Very High
Selenium8.6 mcg12.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate43.1 g14.4%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber11.5 g46.1%Top 10%Very High
Sugars7.6 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine1 mg
Isoleucine1 mg
Leucine1 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine1 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid2.9 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine1 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.9 g7.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.67 g3.3%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 278 Calories from Fat 46

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.1 g 7.8%

Saturated Fat 0.7 g 3.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 31 mg 10.3%

Sodium 827.4 mg 34.5%

Total Carbohydrates 45.3 g 15.1%

Dietary Fiber 12.1 g48.4%

Sugars 8 g

Protein 14.7 g 29.4%

Vitamin A 5.4% Vitamin C 13.3%

Calcium 9.7% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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