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Low Carb Falafel - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low Carb Falafel Recipe

Low Carb Falafel has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 3.3g 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 2.5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mediterranean cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Low Carb Falafel has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat72%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A350 IU7%Top 30%High
Retinol12.7 mcg
Vitamin C5.6 mg9.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D6.3 IU1.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate12.7 mcg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31.7 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.7 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium9.2 mg2.3%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus45.1 mg4.5%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium69.7 mg2%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium425.8 mg17.7%Top 30%High
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium2.8 mcg4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.32 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.56 g2.3%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.4 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.8 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.6 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.7 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat2.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80 Calories from Fat 59

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.6 g 10.2%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 46.5 mg 15.5%

Sodium 604.7 mg 25.2%

Total Carbohydrates 3.3 g 1.1%

Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%

Sugars 0.5 g

Protein 2.5 g 5%

Vitamin A 9.9% Vitamin C 13.3%

Calcium 4.5% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/low-carb-falafel-189593 Embed Table:

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