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Couscous Breakfast - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Couscous Breakfast Recipe

Couscous Breakfast has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 37.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 8.3 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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.

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Couscous Breakfast has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs64%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A85 IU1.7%
Vitamin C16.6 mg27.6%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.5 mg8.3%
Thiamin0.13 mg8.7%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.8%
Niacin1.3 mg6.4%
Vitamin B60.13 mg6.5%
Folate27.6 mcg6.9%
Vitamin B120.34 mcg5.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.77 mg7.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium147 mg14.7%
Iron0.86 mg4.8%
Magnesium46 mg11.5%
Phosphorus153 mg15.3%
Potassium377.8 mg10.8%
Sodium47.2 mg2%
Zinc1.1 mg7.2%
Copper0.17 mg8.6%
Manganese0.32 mg15.9%
Selenium24.2 mcg34.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate37.6 g12.5%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars5.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.3 g16.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.6 g8.6%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Monounsaturated Fat3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 226 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.6 g 8.6%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.7 mg 1.2%

Sodium 47.2 mg 2%

Total Carbohydrates 37.6 g 12.5%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 5.1 g

Protein 8.3 g 16.6%

Vitamin A 1.7% Vitamin C 27.6%

Calcium 14.7% Iron 4.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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