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low carb ! spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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low carb! spinach Recipe

low carb! spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 2.3g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing low carb! spinach has been given a composite ranking of 63, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat47%
 Calories from Carbs19%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2885 IU57.7%
Vitamin C4.4 mg7.4%
Vitamin D13.2 IU3.3%
Vitamin E0.26 mg0.87%
Thiamin0.04 mg2.5%
Riboflavin0.19 mg11%
Niacin0.16 mg0.8%
Vitamin B60.09 mg4.5%
Folate49.6 mcg12.4%
Vitamin B120.25 mcg4.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.35 mg3.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium64 mg6.4%
Iron0.9 mg5%
Magnesium26.8 mg6.7%
Phosphorus62 mg6.2%
Potassium136.1 mg3.9%
Sodium144.3 mg6%
Zinc0.53 mg3.5%
Copper0.05 mg2.7%
Manganese0.34 mg17.1%
Selenium8.3 mcg11.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.3 g0.8%
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.4%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.2 g8.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.6 g4%
Saturated Fat0.8 g4%
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 48 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.6 g 4%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 106.2 mg 35.4%

Sodium 144.3 mg 6%

Total Carbohydrates 2.3 g 0.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 4.2 g 8.4%

Vitamin A 57.7% Vitamin C 7.4%

Calcium 6.4% Iron 5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=59836 Embed Table:

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