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Mediterranean Penne - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mediterranean Penne Recipe

Mediterranean Penne has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

The food contains 50.6g 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. With 15 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 4 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 very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 a high 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 Mediterranean Penne has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs38%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A301.9 IU6%Top 30%High
Retinol28.6 mcg
Vitamin C17.9 mg29.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D3.6 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.32 mg19.1%Top 10%Very High
Niacin0.65 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.32 mg16.2%Top 30%High
Folate14.6 mcg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.32 mcg5.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.32 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium136.7 mg13.7%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.3 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium27.3 mg6.8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus124.7 mg12.5%Mid 40%Average
Potassium130.2 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Sodium448.4 mg18.7%Top 30%High
Zinc0.97 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium4.9 mcg7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.4 g5.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.9 g11.6%Top 30%High
Sugars1.6 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.9 g9.7%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.9 g15.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.1 g20.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 522 Calories from Fat 275

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30.6 g 47.1%

Saturated Fat 12.6 g 63%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 62.4 mg 20.8%

Sodium 1381.2 mg 57.6%

Total Carbohydrates 50.6 g 16.9%

Dietary Fiber 8.9 g35.6%

Sugars 5 g

Protein 15 g 30%

Vitamin A 18.6% Vitamin C 91.7%

Calcium 42.1% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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