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Grilled Falafel 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Grilled Falafel 1 Recipe

Grilled Falafel 1 has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 88.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 15.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mediterranean cuisine. 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 86, for Grilled Falafel 1, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat13%
 Calories from Carbs74%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • No Cholesterol

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 A0.66 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C10.2 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0.33 mg21.9%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.6 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.33 mg16.4%Top 30%High
Folate63.6 mcg15.9%Top 30%High
Folic Acid21.6 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium53.4 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron2 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Magnesium30.2 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus82 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Potassium175.7 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium262.9 mg11%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.98 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.66 mg32.8%Top 10%Very High
Selenium8.2 mcg11.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.9 g9.6%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3 g11.9%Top 30%High
Sugars1.2 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.1 g10.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.33 g1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 478 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 801.8 mg 33.4%

Total Carbohydrates 88.2 g 29.4%

Dietary Fiber 9.1 g36.4%

Sugars 3.6 g

Protein 15.6 g 31.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 51.7%

Calcium 16.3% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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