Spicy Lentils 2 has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.
The food contains 34.1g 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 12.9 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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 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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 98, for Spicy Lentils 2, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 17% | |
Calories from Carbs | 60% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 21.7 IU | 0.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.36 mg | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 86.6 mcg | 21.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.36 mg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 17.4 mg | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.4 mg | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 25 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 84.4 mg | 8.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 197.8 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 161.3 mg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.72 mg | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.36 mg | 18.1% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 1.8 mcg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 22.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 1 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.4 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4.7 g | 9.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.11 g | 0.54% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 Calories from Fat 37
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.2 g 6.5%
Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 445.1 mg 18.5%
Total Carbohydrates 34.1 g 11.4%
Dietary Fiber 15.4 g61.6%
Sugars 2.8 g
Protein 12.9 g 25.8%
Vitamin A 1.2% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 4.8% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 95
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 13.4 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 316
Protein 18.7 g | Carbs 46 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 240
Protein 6 g | Carbs 25.1 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 170
Protein 8 g | Carbs 27 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 108
Protein 21.6 g | Carbs 0.41 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 302
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 33.5 g | Fat 16.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 104
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 12.3 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 85
Protein 0.71 g | Carbs 16.9 g | Fat 2.4 g