Healthy Spaghetti and Meat Sauce Recipe
Healthy Spaghetti and Meat Sauce has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 30g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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 37.9 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 7 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. It is also high 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 Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 70, for Healthy Spaghetti and Meat Sauce, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 44% | |
| Calories from Fat | 22% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Iron
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0.69 IU | 0.01% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 19.7 mg | 32.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 IU | 0.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
| Niacin | 2.8 mg | 13.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 16.7 mcg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.69 mcg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.23 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 21.1 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 8.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 22.7 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 101.4 mg | 10.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 0.23 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 221.9 mg | 9.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 2.1 mg | 13.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Copper | 0.23 mg | 11.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Manganese | 0.23 mg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Selenium | 6.9 mcg | 9.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 4.1 g | |||
| Glucose | 1.8 mg | |||
| Fructose | 1.8 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Proline | 0.2 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0.2 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 1.1 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337 Calories from Fat 76
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.4 g 12.9%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 93.7 mg 31.2%
Sodium 967.5 mg 40.3%
Total Carbohydrates 30 g 10%
Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27.2%
Sugars 17.7 g
Protein 37.9 g 75.8%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 143.3%
Calcium 9.2% Iron 38.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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