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Fruited Acorn Squash - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Fruited Acorn Squash Recipe

Fruited Acorn Squash has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 28g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Fruited Acorn Squash has been given a composite ranking of 81, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs84%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C36 mg60%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80 mg8%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium650 mg18.6%
Sodium150 mg6.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28 g9.3%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.5 g2.3%
Saturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 130 Calories from Fat 15

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.5 g 2.3%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 150 mg 6.3%

Total Carbohydrates 28 g 9.3%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 8 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 60%

Calcium 8% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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