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Perfect Pasta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Perfect Pasta Recipe

Perfect Pasta has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 66.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and 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. With 24.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Perfect Pasta has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs57%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A213.2 IU4.3%Top 30%High
Retinol7 mcg
Vitamin C18.2 mg30.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin D5 IU1.2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.41 mg27.5%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5 mg24.8%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.41 mg20.7%Top 10%Very High
Folate64.9 mcg16.2%Top 30%High
Folic Acid42.1 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.41 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20.2 mg2%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.2 mg6.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium28.1 mg7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus119 mg11.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium222.7 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Sodium237.5 mg9.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.83 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.41 mg20.7%Top 30%High
Selenium17.8 mcg25.4%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27.4 g9.1%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.8%Mid 40%Average
Starch13.2 g
Sugars8.4 g
Sucrose0.4 mg
Glucose3.3 mg
Fructose3.7 mg
Lactose0.4 mg
Maltose0.4 mg
Galactose0.4 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.3 g20.6%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.8 g7.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.4%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water57.4 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 459 Calories from Fat 103

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.5 g 17.7%

Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 46.4 mg 15.5%

Sodium 574.7 mg 23.9%

Total Carbohydrates 66.3 g 22.1%

Dietary Fiber 4.1 g16.4%

Sugars 20.4 g

Protein 24.9 g 49.8%

Vitamin A 10.3% Vitamin C 73.3%

Calcium 4.9% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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