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Kim's Yummy Asparagus - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Kim's Yummy Asparagus Recipe

Kim's Yummy Asparagus has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 11.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 85, for Kim's Yummy Asparagus, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat58%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Vitamin E
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1190 IU23.8%
Vitamin C25.3 mg42.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E5 mg16.7%
Thiamin0.27 mg18.2%
Riboflavin0.28 mg16.7%
Niacin2.3 mg11.4%
Vitamin B60.26 mg13.1%
Folate246.4 mcg61.6%
Vitamin B120.14 mcg2.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.39 mg3.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium178 mg17.8%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Magnesium39.6 mg9.9%
Phosphorus188 mg18.8%
Potassium534.9 mg15.3%
Sodium680 mg28.3%
Zinc1.2 mg8.1%
Copper0.34 mg17.1%
Manganese0.51 mg25.3%
Selenium7.1 mcg10.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.2 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.7 g17.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.4 g19.1%
Saturated Fat3.2 g16%
Monounsaturated Fat7.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.4 g 19.1%

Saturated Fat 3.2 g 16%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 7.9 mg 2.6%

Sodium 680 mg 28.3%

Total Carbohydrates 11.2 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 8.7 g 17.4%

Vitamin A 23.8% Vitamin C 42.2%

Calcium 17.8% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1082980 Embed Table:

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