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Best Whole Wheat Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Best Whole Wheat Couscous Recipe

Best Whole Wheat Couscous has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 31.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 4.8 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 low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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".

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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Best Whole Wheat Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat14%
 Calories from Carbs75%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A125 IU2.5%
Vitamin C2.3 mg3.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.02 mg0.07%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.7%
Riboflavin0.04 mg2.4%
Niacin0.08 mg0.4%
Vitamin B60.03 mg1.7%
Folate3.6 mcg0.9%
Vitamin B120.08 mcg1.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.06 mg0.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28 mg2.8%
Iron0.11 mg0.6%
Magnesium3.6 mg0.9%
Phosphorus18 mg1.8%
Potassium19.7 mg0.6%
Sodium398 mg16.6%
Zinc0.17 mg1.1%
Copper0.01 mg0.7%
Manganese0.04 mg1.8%
Selenium0.77 mcg1.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate31.3 g10.4%
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.4%
Sugars1.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.8 g9.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.6 g4%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.6 g 4%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 4 mg 1.3%

Sodium 398 mg 16.6%

Total Carbohydrates 31.3 g 10.4%

Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%

Sugars 1.1 g

Protein 4.8 g 9.6%

Vitamin A 2.5% Vitamin C 3.9%

Calcium 2.8% Iron 0.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1127167 Embed Table:

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