Creamy Orzo 2 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 66.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 17.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low 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.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 33, for Creamy Orzo 2, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 46% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.56 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 128.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 7.9 mg | 13.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 9 IU | 2.2% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.56 mg | 37.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.4 mg | 16.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 116.3 mcg | 29.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 93.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.56 mg | 5.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 112.9 mg | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.4% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 35.4 mg | 8.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 170.2 mg | 17% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 242.7 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 219 mg | 9.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.56 mg | 28.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 28.7 mcg | 40.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 12.5% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.6 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 1.1 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 9.9 g | 19.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 15.6 g | 23.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40.4% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 586 Calories from Fat 249
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.7 g 42.6%
Saturated Fat 14.4 g 72%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 78.9 mg 26.3%
Sodium 389.9 mg 16.2%
Total Carbohydrates 66.9 g 22.3%
Dietary Fiber 4.4 g17.6%
Sugars 5.3 g
Protein 17.6 g 35.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 23.3%
Calcium 20.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 94
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 12.8 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 242
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 10.9 g | Fat 17.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 319
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 19.5 g | Fat 26.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 55.4 g | Fat 7.3 g