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Spiced Couscous 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spiced Couscous 2 Recipe

Spiced Couscous 2 has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 71.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and average 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 13.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spiced Couscous 2 has been given a composite ranking of 45, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat38%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A221.8 IU4.4%Top 30%High
Retinol58.1 mcg
Vitamin C0.4 mg0.67%Bottom 30%Low
Vitamin D5.2 IU1.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2 mg10.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate11.3 mcg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium19 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.81 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium26.2 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus87.5 mg8.8%Mid 40%Average
Potassium187.9 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Sodium281.7 mg11.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.4 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.4 mg20.2%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.4 mg20.2%Top 30%High
Selenium1.6 mcg2.3%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.8 g9.6%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.7%Top 30%High
Sugars5.9 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.6 g11.2%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 Acid1.2 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.4 g14.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.9 g24.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water55.2 g
Ash1.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 546 Calories from Fat 210

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23.3 g 35.8%

Saturated Fat 12.2 g 61%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 49.8 mg 16.6%

Sodium 698.6 mg 29.1%

Total Carbohydrates 71.4 g 23.8%

Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%

Sugars 14.6 g

Protein 13.9 g 27.8%

Vitamin A 11% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 4.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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