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African Dessert - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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African Dessert Recipe

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

The food contains 42.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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. With 1.7 gms of protein, it is low 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 low MUFA and low PUFA.

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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to African cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing African Dessert has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein3%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs71%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A134.3 IU2.7%Mid 40%Average
Retinol14.2 mcg
Vitamin C14.9 mg24.9%Top 30%High
Vitamin D1.5 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.75 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate22.4 mcg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.75 mg7.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium12.7 mg1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.75 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium30.6 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus32.1 mg3.2%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium382.1 mg10.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium39.9 mg1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.75 mg37.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium2.2 mcg3.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate32 g10.7%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2.7 g10.7%Top 30%High
Sugars21.8 g
Glucose4.5 mg
Fructose4.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.3 g2.5%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.3 g8.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.1 g20.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat0.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 227 Calories from Fat 64

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.1 g 10.9%

Saturated Fat 5.5 g 27.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 6.1 mg 2%

Sodium 53.4 mg 2.2%

Total Carbohydrates 42.9 g 14.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.6 g14.4%

Sugars 29.2 g

Protein 1.7 g 3.4%

Vitamin A 3.6% Vitamin C 33.3%

Calcium 1.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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