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Tofurky Peppered Pita - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tofurky Peppered Pita Recipe

Tofurky Peppered Pita has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 45g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.1 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 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tofurky Peppered Pita has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat24%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2875 IU57.5%
Vitamin C53.8 mg89.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.98 mg3.3%
Thiamin0.17 mg11.5%
Riboflavin0.15 mg8.9%
Niacin1.5 mg7.4%
Vitamin B60.18 mg8.8%
Folate115.6 mcg28.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.56 mg5.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium153 mg15.3%
Iron4.1 mg22.8%
Magnesium24.4 mg6.1%
Phosphorus73 mg7.3%
Potassium594.6 mg17%
Sodium676.8 mg28.2%
Zinc0.33 mg2.2%
Copper0.16 mg8%
Manganese0.6 mg29.9%
Selenium0.84 mcg1.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate45 g15%
Dietary Fiber8.1 g32.4%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21.6 g43.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.5 g14.6%
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 349 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.5 g 14.6%

Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 1.7 mg 0.6%

Sodium 676.8 mg 28.2%

Total Carbohydrates 45 g 15%

Dietary Fiber 8.1 g32.4%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 21.6 g 43.2%

Vitamin A 57.5% Vitamin C 89.7%

Calcium 15.3% Iron 22.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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