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Yummy spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Yummy spinach Recipe

Yummy spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 5.3g 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 3.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, 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.

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. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Yummy spinach has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat59%
 Calories from Carbs25%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A10515 IU210.3%
Vitamin C15.7 mg26.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2 mg6.5%
Thiamin0.02 mg1.3%
Riboflavin0.15 mg8.7%
Niacin0.42 mg2.1%
Vitamin B60.11 mg5.6%
Folate106 mcg26.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.06 mg0.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium138 mg13.8%
Iron2.5 mg13.9%
Magnesium82 mg20.5%
Phosphorus57 mg5.7%
Potassium385.9 mg11%
Sodium148.6 mg6.2%
Zinc0.5 mg3.3%
Copper0.2 mg9.8%
Manganese0.65 mg32.3%
Selenium1.5 mcg2.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.3 g1.8%
Dietary Fiber2.7 g10.8%
Sugars1.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.2 g6.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.5 g8.5%
Saturated Fat0.8 g4%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 77 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.5 g 8.5%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 5.3 mg 1.8%

Sodium 148.6 mg 6.2%

Total Carbohydrates 5.3 g 1.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%

Sugars 1.1 g

Protein 3.2 g 6.4%

Vitamin A 210.3% Vitamin C 26.1%

Calcium 13.8% Iron 13.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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