African Spinach 1 has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 14g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 8.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
It belongs to African cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 97, for African Spinach 1, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 61% | |
Calories from Carbs | 24% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 6.6 IU | 0.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 39.2 mg | 65.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 150 mcg | 37.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 81.9 mg | 8.2% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.4 mg | 13.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 76.5 mg | 19.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 84.9 mg | 8.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 575.3 mg | 16.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 276.6 mg | 11.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.6 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.6 mg | 30.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 1.2 mcg | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 12.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3.3 g | |||
Glucose | 1.2 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.2 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 5 g | 10% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.3 g | 14.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 Calories from Fat 139
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.5 g 23.8%
Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 459.1 mg 19.1%
Total Carbohydrates 14 g 4.7%
Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%
Sugars 5.4 g
Protein 8.3 g 16.6%
Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 108.3%
Calcium 13.6% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 22
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 1.97 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 153
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 8.7 g | Fat 12.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 52
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 9.9 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 101
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 5.6 g | Fat 7.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 111
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 16.5 g | Fat 3.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 174
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 16.1 g | Fat 12.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 129
Protein 6.1 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 17
Protein 0.56 g | Carbs 1.01 g | Fat 1.3 g