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Spicy Couscous 3 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Couscous 3 Recipe

Spicy Couscous 3 has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 83g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very 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 15.8 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 low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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.

Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Couscous 3 has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs74%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • 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 A2.8 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0.8 mcg
Vitamin C0.39 mg0.66%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.4 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate10.2 mcg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.39 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium13.4 mg1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.79 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium19.7 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus80.7 mg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium146.9 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium88.6 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.39 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.39 mg19.7%Top 30%High
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate32.7 g10.9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2 g7.9%Top 30%High
Sugars2.7 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.2 g12.4%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid1.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.39 g2%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 454 Calories from Fat 52

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.8 g 8.9%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 4.5 mg 1.5%

Sodium 225 mg 9.4%

Total Carbohydrates 83 g 27.7%

Dietary Fiber 5 g20%

Sugars 6.8 g

Protein 15.8 g 31.6%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 3.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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