Lentils With Fennel (And Sausage) has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 43.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 36.9 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high MUFA and low PUFA.
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 6 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 very 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Lentils With Fennel (And Sausage) has been given a composite ranking of 91, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 27% | |
Calories from Fat | 41% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.33 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.66 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 44.4 mcg | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.17 mcg | 2.8% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.33 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 21 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.99 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 16.3 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 68.8 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 0.17 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 286.7 mg | 11.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.83 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.17 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 3.3 mcg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 2.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 11.9% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 0.7 g | |||
Glucose | 0.2 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.2 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 6.1 g | 12.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.2 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.2 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.2 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.2 mg | |||
Valine | 0.2 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.2 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.2 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4 g | 6.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 536 Calories from Fat 220
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.5 g 37.7%
Saturated Fat 6.3 g 31.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 42.5 mg 14.2%
Sodium 1737.2 mg 72.4%
Total Carbohydrates 43.3 g 14.4%
Dietary Fiber 18.1 g72.4%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 36.9 g 73.8%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 12.7% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 309
Protein 16.6 g | Carbs 43.2 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 323
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 18 g | Fat 22.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 89
Protein 6 g | Carbs 9.7 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 58
Protein 2 g | Carbs 2.73 g | Fat 2.5 g