Sourdough Starter - Wheat has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 90.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 16.5 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 low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 8.46 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Sourdough Starter - Wheat has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 4% | |
Calories from Carbs | 81% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 50 IU | 1% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.6 mg | 1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.81 mg | 54% | ||
Niacin | 18.2 mg | 91% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.52 mg | 26% | ||
Folate | 116 mcg | 29% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 50 mg | 5% | ||
Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | ||
Magnesium | 240 mg | 60% | ||
Potassium | 488 mg | 13.9% | ||
Sodium | 9 mg | 0.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 90.2 g | 30.1% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 58.4% | ||
Sugars | 3.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.5 g | 33% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3.4% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 418 Calories from Fat 20
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2 g 3.4%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 9 mg 0.4%
Total Carbohydrates 90.2 g 30.1%
Dietary Fiber 14.6 g58.4%
Sugars 3.6 g
Protein 16.5 g 33%
Vitamin A 1% Vitamin C 1%
Calcium 5% Iron 47%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 92
Protein 2.3 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 0.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 51
Protein 1 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 0.1 g