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chicken spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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chicken spinach Recipe

chicken spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 6.2g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is 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.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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".

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 4.41 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 low 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing chicken spinach has been given a composite ranking of 99, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein37%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A13315 IU266.3%
Vitamin C40 mg66.6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.7 mg8.9%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.1%
Riboflavin0.29 mg17.3%
Niacin1.5 mg7.5%
Vitamin B60.3 mg14.8%
Folate276.8 mcg69.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.09 mg0.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium177 mg17.7%
Iron4.4 mg24.5%
Magnesium114.8 mg28.7%
Phosphorus78 mg7.8%
Potassium836.2 mg23.9%
Sodium56 mg2.3%
Zinc0.95 mg6.3%
Copper0.25 mg12.3%
Manganese1.4 mg71.1%
Selenium2.2 mcg3.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.2 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber3.1 g12.4%
Sugars1.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.8 g9.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.9 g1.4%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 44 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.9 g 1.4%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0.9 mg 0.3%

Sodium 56 mg 2.3%

Total Carbohydrates 6.2 g 2.1%

Dietary Fiber 3.1 g12.4%

Sugars 1.1 g

Protein 4.8 g 9.6%

Vitamin A 266.3% Vitamin C 66.6%

Calcium 17.7% Iron 24.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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