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AMARANTH FLAKES - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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AMARANTH FLAKES

AMARANTH FLAKES has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 71.05g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 15.53 gms of protein, it is high 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. The omega-3 content is low.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 72, for AMARANTH FLAKES, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs69%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Protein
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Retinol0 mcg
Alpha Carotene0 mcg
Beta Carotene0 mcg
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 mcg
Lycopene0 mcg
Vitamin C2.6 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin K2.4 mcg3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.6 mg13.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate11.1 mcg2.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium17.1 mg1.7%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.8 mg10.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus331.1 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium352.9 mg10.1%Top 30%High
Sodium35 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.26 mg1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Copper0.26 mg13.2%Top 30%High
Selenium70.8 mcg101.1%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate71.1 g23.7%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber9.5 g37.9%Top 10%Very High
Sugars0.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.5 g31.1%Top 30%High

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.1 g10.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.3 g6.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.6 g
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids0 mg

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water2.9 g
Ash3.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 134 Calories from Fat 24

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.7 g 4.2%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 13.3 mg 0.6%

Total Carbohydrates 27 g 9%

Dietary Fiber 3.6 g14.4%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 5.9 g 11.8%

Vitamin A Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 0.7% Iron 3.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://calorielab.com/foods/breakfast-cereals/amaranth-flakes/106/43584/1 Embed Table:

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