It don't taste like spinach has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.
The food contains 112.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 16.5 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 low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 4.95 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Based on the composite nutritive standing It don't taste like spinach has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 2% | |
Calories from Carbs | 85% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 12785 IU | 255.7% | ||
Vitamin C | 131.3 mg | 218.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.7 mg | 5.6% | ||
Thiamin | 0.14 mg | 9% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 18.7% | ||
Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.6% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 1.3 mg | 64.2% | ||
Folate | 154 mcg | 38.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.56 mg | 5.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 551 mg | 55.1% | ||
Iron | 5 mg | 27.5% | ||
Magnesium | 106.4 mg | 26.6% | ||
Phosphorus | 69 mg | 6.9% | ||
Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Sodium | 324.4 mg | 13.5% | ||
Zinc | 0.66 mg | 4.4% | ||
Copper | 0.29 mg | 14.4% | ||
Manganese | 0.85 mg | 42.4% | ||
Selenium | 2.7 mcg | 3.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 112.6 g | 37.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 32.4% | ||
Sugars | 79.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.5 g | 33% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 500 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3 g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 6 mg 2%
Sodium 324.4 mg 13.5%
Total Carbohydrates 112.6 g 37.5%
Dietary Fiber 8.1 g32.4%
Sugars 79.4 g
Protein 16.5 g 33%
Vitamin A 255.7% Vitamin C 218.8%
Calcium 55.1% Iron 27.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 72
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 10.6 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 127
Protein 12.8 g | Carbs 4.2 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 382
Protein 30.1 g | Carbs 26.9 g | Fat 19.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 102
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 24 g | Fat 1 g