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Spinach Squares 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Squares 2 Recipe

Spinach Squares 2 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 17.3g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 19.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

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

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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 Spinach Squares 2 has been given a composite ranking of 23, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat57%
 Calories from Carbs20%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol104.1 mcg
Vitamin C2.4 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D14.2 IU3.6%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.59 mg3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate62.1 mcg15.5%Top 30%High
Folic Acid14.2 mcg
Vitamin B120.59 mcg9.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.59 mg5.9%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium326 mg32.6%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.2 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium33.1 mg8.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus260.9 mg26.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium172.2 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium443.9 mg18.5%Top 30%High
Zinc1.2 mg7.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium11.8 mcg16.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.2 g3.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.3%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.8 g23.6%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1.2 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline1.2 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.8 g19.7%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.8 g38.8%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 341 Calories from Fat 194

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.6 g 33.2%

Saturated Fat 13.1 g 65.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 116.6 mg 38.9%

Sodium 750.2 mg 31.3%

Total Carbohydrates 17.3 g 5.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 1.3 g

Protein 19.9 g 39.8%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 6.7%

Calcium 55.1% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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