Golden Couscous has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.
The food contains 69.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 14.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 84, for Golden Couscous, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 28% | |
Calories from Carbs | 59% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 49.4 IU | 1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 11.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.3 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0.94 IU | 0.23% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.6 mg | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 8.1 mcg | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.31 mg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 22.8 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.94 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 19.7 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 73.1 mg | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 165.9 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 32.1 mg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.31 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.31 mg | 15.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 0.31 mcg | 0.45% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3.7 g | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 4.5 g | 9.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 4.5 g | 7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 457 Calories from Fat 130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.5 g 22.3%
Saturated Fat 4.1 g 20.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 11.4 mg 3.8%
Sodium 102.8 mg 4.3%
Total Carbohydrates 69.2 g 23.1%
Dietary Fiber 5.9 g23.6%
Sugars 11.9 g
Protein 14.5 g 29%
Vitamin A 3.2% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 7.3% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 321
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 62.3 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 127
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 26 g | Fat 0.31 g
Per Serving | Calories 161
Protein 6 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 145
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 23.6 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 154
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 235
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 8.2 g | Fat 18.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 187
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 8.4 g | Fat 12.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 169
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 11 g