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heather's asparagus - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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heather's asparagus Recipe

heather's asparagus has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 6.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.1 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good 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.

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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 97, for heather's asparagus, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat37%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A780 IU15.6%
Vitamin C18.3 mg30.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.9 mg9.8%
Thiamin0.19 mg12.6%
Riboflavin0.17 mg10.1%
Niacin1.6 mg7.9%
Vitamin B60.18 mg8.8%
Folate172 mcg43%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.24 mg2.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28 mg2.8%
Iron1.2 mg6.5%
Magnesium24.4 mg6.1%
Phosphorus75 mg7.5%
Potassium368.7 mg10.5%
Sodium3.2 mg0.1%
Zinc0.62 mg4.1%
Copper0.24 mg11.8%
Manganese0.35 mg17.6%
Selenium3.1 mcg4.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.3 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.2%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.1 g6.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.5 g3.8%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 51 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.5 g 3.8%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 3.2 mg 0.1%

Total Carbohydrates 6.3 g 2.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 3.1 g 6.2%

Vitamin A 15.6% Vitamin C 30.5%

Calcium 2.8% Iron 6.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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