Stuffed Acorn Squash II Recipe

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Stuffed Acorn Squash II has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 41g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 27.9 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 7.2 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is 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 Stuffed Acorn Squash II has been given a composite ranking of 60, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	18%
	Calories from Fat	54%
	Calories from Carbs	27%

Why this is good for you

Very high in Protein
Very high in Vitamin B6
Very high in Niacin
High in Vitamin A
Very high in Vitamin C
Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Vitamin A	1350 IU	27%
Vitamin C	30.6 mg	51%
Thiamin	1.1 mg	75%
Niacin	17 mg	85%
Vitamin B6	1 mg	51%
Folate	140 mcg	35%

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Calcium	430 mg	43%
Iron	7.2 mg	40%
Magnesium	192 mg	48%
Potassium	1441 mg	41.2%
Sodium	1512 mg	63%

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Carbohydrate	41 g	13.7%
Dietary Fiber	11.6 g	46.4%
Sugars	10.4 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	27.9 g	55.8%

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Total Fat	36.6 g	56.3%
Saturated Fat	14.4 g	72%


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Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 588 Calories from Fat 329

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 36.6 g 56.3%

Saturated Fat 14.4 g 72%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 97 mg 32.3%

Sodium 1512 mg 63%

Total Carbohydrates 41 g 13.7%

Dietary Fiber 11.6 g46.4%

Sugars 10.4 g

Protein 27.9 g 55.8%

Vitamin A 27% Vitamin C 51%

Calcium 43% Iron 40%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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