Breakfast Pitas has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 38.1g 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. With 40.6 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Breakfast Pitas has been given a composite ranking of 13, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 54% | |
Calories from Carbs | 22% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.34 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 98 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 7.4 mg | 12.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 33.4 IU | 8.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.34 mg | 22.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.34 mg | 19.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2 mg | 10.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.34 mg | 16.9% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 40.2 mcg | 10.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 16.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.34 mcg | 5.6% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.68 mg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 108.1 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 17.9 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 184.1 mg | 18.4% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 179.1 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 252.4 mg | 10.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 25 mcg | 35.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.74 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1 g | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 13.7 g | 27.4% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.7 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.8 g | 21.2% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 33.8% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 689 Calories from Fat 366
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.7 g 62.6%
Saturated Fat 20 g 100%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 402.6 mg 134.2%
Sodium 747.2 mg 31.1%
Total Carbohydrates 38.1 g 12.7%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 2.9 g
Protein 40.6 g 81.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 36.7%
Calcium 32% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 304
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 14.7 g | Fat 24 g
Per Serving | Calories 118
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 21 g | Fat 0.59 g
Per Serving | Calories 228
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 9.9 g | Fat 15.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 346
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 46.4 g | Fat 13.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 12 g | Carbs 34.3 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 159
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 9.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 16
Protein 0.82 g | Carbs 2.66 g | Fat 0.27 g
Per Serving | Calories 71
Protein 1.2 g | Carbs 9.3 g | Fat 3.2 g