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flowers - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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flowers Recipe

flowers has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 40.5g 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10 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 average 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 5.18 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also high in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Based on the composite nutritive standing flowers has been given a composite ranking of 95, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Vitamin E
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A805 IU16.1%
Vitamin C181.2 mg302%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E6.5 mg21.5%
Thiamin0.28 mg18.7%
Riboflavin0.33 mg19.2%
Niacin3.8 mg19.1%
Vitamin B61.1 mg57%
Folate199.2 mcg49.8%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid2.6 mg26.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium139 mg13.9%
Iron5.2 mg28.8%
Magnesium92.4 mg23.1%
Phosphorus236 mg23.6%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium1 mg0%
Zinc1.7 mg11.3%
Copper0.6 mg30.1%
Manganese1.1 mg56.7%
Selenium5 mcg7.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate40.5 g13.5%
Dietary Fiber12 g48%
Sugars7.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10 g20%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15.1 g23.2%
Saturated Fat2 g10%
Monounsaturated Fat4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 305 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15.1 g 23.2%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1 mg 0%

Total Carbohydrates 40.5 g 13.5%

Dietary Fiber 12 g48%

Sugars 7.4 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A 16.1% Vitamin C 302%

Calcium 13.9% Iron 28.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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