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Mexican Style Quinoa 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Style Quinoa 1 Recipe

Mexican Style Quinoa 1 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 24.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 4.4 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 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.

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. 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.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Style Quinoa 1 has been given a composite ranking of 91, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs61%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A405.6 IU8.1%Top 30%High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C27.4 mg45.6%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.56 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate31.3 mcg7.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21.8 mg2.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.1 mg6.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium35.2 mg8.8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus76 mg7.6%Mid 40%Average
Potassium250.8 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Sodium329.8 mg13.7%Top 30%High
Zinc0.56 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.56 mg27.9%Top 30%High
Selenium1.7 mcg2.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.9 g4.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2 g7.8%Top 30%High
Sugars2.7 g
Glucose1.1 mg
Fructose0.6 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.5 g4.9%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.8 g4.3%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.34 g1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 155 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5 g 7.7%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 590.3 mg 24.6%

Total Carbohydrates 24.9 g 8.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.5 g14%

Sugars 4.8 g

Protein 4.4 g 8.8%

Vitamin A 14.5% Vitamin C 81.7%

Calcium 3.9% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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