Kousa Mahshi (Stuffed Marrows) has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 35.9g 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 5.1 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable 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 has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average 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 African cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 82, for Kousa Mahshi (Stuffed Marrows), and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 7% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 48% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1.2 IU | 0% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 22.5 mg | 37.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.2 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 28.3 mcg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.39 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 27.5 mg | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 31 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 65.5 mg | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 267.1 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 710.3 mg | 29.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 0.39 mg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.39 mg | 19.4% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 3.1 mcg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 2.5 g | |||
Glucose | 1.2 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.2 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 2 g | 4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
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 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 5.8 g | 8.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.81 g | 4.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 289 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15 g 23.1%
Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 1832.7 mg 76.4%
Total Carbohydrates 35.9 g 12%
Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%
Sugars 6.4 g
Protein 5.1 g 10.2%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 96.7%
Calcium 7.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 358
Protein 21.6 g | Carbs 2.68 g | Fat 28.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 167
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 11.6 g | Fat 11.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 159
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 25.1 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 197
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 26.2 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 176
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 38
Protein 0.91 g | Carbs 11.2 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 111
Protein 7.6 g | Carbs 11.3 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 197
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 26.2 g | Fat 8.3 g