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Coconut Creamed Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Coconut Creamed Spinach Recipe

Coconut Creamed Spinach has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 7.7g 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 5.1 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 4.28 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Coconut Creamed Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 87, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat71%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Iron
  • Low in Sodium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8875 IU177.5%
Vitamin C26.9 mg44.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.2 mg7.4%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.1%
Riboflavin0.2 mg12%
Niacin1.1 mg5.3%
Vitamin B60.23 mg11.4%
Folate190.4 mcg47.6%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium105 mg10.5%
Iron4.3 mg23.8%
Magnesium118.4 mg29.6%
Phosphorus132 mg13.2%
Potassium663.4 mg19%
Sodium112.1 mg4.7%
Zinc1.2 mg8.3%
Copper0.41 mg20.5%
Manganese1.3 mg62.7%
Selenium3.2 mcg4.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.7 g2.6%
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.1 g10.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.9 g21.4%
Saturated Fat6.6 g33%
Monounsaturated Fat4.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 161 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.9 g 21.4%

Saturated Fat 6.6 g 33%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 112.1 mg 4.7%

Total Carbohydrates 7.7 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 5.1 g 10.2%

Vitamin A 177.5% Vitamin C 44.9%

Calcium 10.5% Iron 23.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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