Cucina di Carla - Potato Gnochi has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin C.
The food contains 83g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 19 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. 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 6.3 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Cucina di Carla - Potato Gnochi has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 24% | |
Calories from Carbs | 62% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 83 g | 27.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 7 g | 28% | ||
Sugars | 13 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 19 g | 38% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 14 g | 21.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 5 g | 25% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 540 Calories from Fat 130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14 g 21.5%
Saturated Fat 5 g 25%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 30 mg 10%
Sodium 1110 mg 46.3%
Total Carbohydrates 83 g 27.7%
Dietary Fiber 7 g28%
Sugars 13 g
Protein 19 g 38%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 1.2% Iron 35%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 160
Protein 1 g | Carbs 16 g | Fat 10 g
Per 100g | Calories 160
Protein 1 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 8 g
Per 100g | Calories 170
Protein 5 g | Carbs 33 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 68
Protein 2.7 g | Carbs 17.6 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 460
Protein 22 g | Carbs 36 g | Fat 25 g
Per 100g | Calories 540
Protein 30 g | Carbs 61 g | Fat 20 g