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Pitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pitas Recipe

Pitas has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 36.9g 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 5.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pitas has been given a composite ranking of 61, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs79%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.4 mg17%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate123.9 mcg31%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid81.8 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium10.2 mg1%Bottom 30%Low
Iron2.3 mg12.6%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium12.5 mg3.1%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus64.8 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Potassium68.2 mg1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium332.8 mg13.9%Top 30%High
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium18.2 mcg26%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41.9 g14%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.4%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Sucrose1.1 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.9 g11.8%Mid 40%Average
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 Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline1.1 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.4 g3.7%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.34 g1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water48.9 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 192 Calories from Fat 19

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.1 g 3.2%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 292.9 mg 12.2%

Total Carbohydrates 36.9 g 12.3%

Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%

Sugars 0.9 g

Protein 5.2 g 10.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C

Calcium 0.9% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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