Classic Pumpkin Pie with Maple Whipped Cream and Walnuts Recipe

Classic Pumpkin Pie with Maple Whipped Cream and Walnuts has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Riboflavin.

The food contains 67.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very high 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 11.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Classic Pumpkin Pie with Maple Whipped Cream and Walnuts has been given a composite ranking of 20, and sparingly.