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African Eggplant & Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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African Eggplant & Spinach Recipe

African Eggplant & Spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 5.2g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low 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 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".

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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to African cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing African Eggplant & Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 92, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat63%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4845 IU96.9%
Vitamin C9.6 mg16%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.3 mg4.4%
Thiamin0.03 mg1.7%
Riboflavin0.08 mg4.7%
Niacin0.28 mg1.4%
Vitamin B60.1 mg4.9%
Folate56 mcg14%
Vitamin B120.01 mcg0.1%
Pantothenic Acid0.07 mg0.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium73 mg7.3%
Iron1.3 mg7%
Magnesium42 mg10.5%
Phosphorus36 mg3.6%
Potassium234.3 mg6.7%
Sodium200 mg8.3%
Zinc0.3 mg2%
Copper0.11 mg5.6%
Manganese0.35 mg17.6%
Selenium0.98 mcg1.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.2 g1.7%
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.6%
Sugars0.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.5 g8.5%
Saturated Fat0.8 g4%
Monounsaturated Fat3.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.5 g 8.5%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 200 mg 8.3%

Total Carbohydrates 5.2 g 1.7%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 96.9% Vitamin C 16%

Calcium 7.3% Iron 7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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