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The Best Broccoli - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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The Best Broccoli Recipe

The Best Broccoli has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 4.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.9 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing The Best Broccoli has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat64%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A850 IU17%
Vitamin C60.8 mg101.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.9 mg3%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.1%
Riboflavin0.07 mg3.9%
Niacin0.36 mg1.8%
Vitamin B60.14 mg6.8%
Folate40.4 mcg10.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.32 mg3.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium35 mg3.5%
Iron0.5 mg2.8%
Magnesium18.4 mg4.6%
Phosphorus42 mg4.2%
Potassium204.2 mg5.8%
Sodium128 mg5.3%
Zinc0.23 mg1.5%
Copper0.04 mg2%
Manganese0.18 mg9.2%
Selenium2.2 mcg3.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.7 g1.6%
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.8%
Sugars0.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.9 g9.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.7 g11.8%
Saturated Fat2.3 g11.5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.9 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 98 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.7 g 11.8%

Saturated Fat 2.3 g 11.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 128 mg 5.3%

Total Carbohydrates 4.7 g 1.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 4.9 g 9.8%

Vitamin A 17% Vitamin C 101.3%

Calcium 3.5% Iron 2.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2074800 Embed Table:

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