Farfell and meat sauce Recipe
Farfell and meat sauce has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 45.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 38.6 gms of protein, it is very high 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 56, for Farfell and meat sauce, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 27% | |
| Calories from Fat | 42% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Niacin
- High in Vitamin C
- High in Riboflavin
- High in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 495 IU | 9.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 14.3 mg | 23.8% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.86 mg | 2.9% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 8.2% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.4 mg | 23.6% | ||
| Niacin | 4.5 mg | 22.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.39 mg | 19.3% | ||
| Folate | 27.6 mcg | 6.9% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 2.2 mcg | 37.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.59 mg | 5.9% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 421 mg | 42.1% | ||
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | ||
| Magnesium | 44.8 mg | 11.2% | ||
| Phosphorus | 401 mg | 40.1% | ||
| Potassium | 550 mg | 15.7% | ||
| Sodium | 496.4 mg | 20.7% | ||
| Zinc | 4.7 mg | 31.5% | ||
| Copper | 0.18 mg | 9.1% | ||
| Manganese | 0.16 mg | 8.1% | ||
| Selenium | 20.3 mcg | 29% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.3 g | 15.1% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 22.8% | ||
| Sugars | 3.6 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 38.6 g | 77.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 41.4% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 12 g | 60% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 588 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.9 g 41.4%
Saturated Fat 12 g 60%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 89.6 mg 29.9%
Sodium 496.4 mg 20.7%
Total Carbohydrates 45.3 g 15.1%
Dietary Fiber 5.7 g22.8%
Sugars 3.6 g
Protein 38.6 g 77.2%
Vitamin A 9.9% Vitamin C 23.8%
Calcium 42.1% Iron 16%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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