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Lisa's Protein-Packed Pumpkin Porridge - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lisa's Protein-Packed Pumpkin Porridge Recipe

Lisa's Protein-Packed Pumpkin Porridge has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Thiamin.

The food contains 42.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 35.5 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 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.3 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lisa's Protein-Packed Pumpkin Porridge has been given a composite ranking of 87, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein39%
 Calories from Fat13%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin E
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7605 IU152.1%
Vitamin C1.5 mg2.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E4.4 mg14.7%
Thiamin0.49 mg32.6%
Riboflavin0.24 mg14.1%
Niacin0.02 mg0.1%
Vitamin B60 mg0.2%
Folate0.4 mcg0.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium114 mg11.4%
Iron4.3 mg23.9%
Magnesium80.8 mg20.2%
Phosphorus226 mg22.6%
Potassium315.8 mg9%
Sodium380.8 mg15.9%
Zinc2.3 mg15.2%
Copper0 mg0.1%
Manganese0.19 mg9.6%
Selenium39.9 mcg57%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate42.9 g14.3%
Dietary Fiber11.1 g44.4%
Sugars7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein35.5 g71%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.3 g8.2%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 351 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.3 g 8.2%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 7.5 mg 2.5%

Sodium 380.8 mg 15.9%

Total Carbohydrates 42.9 g 14.3%

Dietary Fiber 11.1 g44.4%

Sugars 7 g

Protein 35.5 g 71%

Vitamin A 152.1% Vitamin C 2.5%

Calcium 11.4% Iron 23.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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