Lokum (turkish Delight)

Lokum (turkish Delight) has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 82.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very high 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 very high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.5 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 low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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

It belongs to Turkish cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lokum (turkish Delight) has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.