Lentils, pink, raw

Lentils, pink, raw has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin and Folate.

With 24.95 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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 7.55 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lentils, pink, raw has been given a composite ranking of 80, and on a regular basis.