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Mexican Pasta 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Pasta 2 Recipe

Mexican Pasta 2 has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 80.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 25.7 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 7 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 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Pasta 2 has been given a composite ranking of 82, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.52 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol18.9 mcg
Vitamin C6.5 mg10.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.8 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.26 mg17.3%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.6 mg7.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate79.8 mcg19.9%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid32.4 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.26 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium69.4 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Iron1.8 mg10.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium28.5 mg7.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus117.4 mg11.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.26 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium182.3 mg7.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.78 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.26 mg13%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.26 mg13%Top 30%High
Selenium10.6 mcg15.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.9 g7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber3.2 g13%Top 10%Very High
Sugars2.2 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.3 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.7 g13.3%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
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1.8 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.7 g5.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 548 Calories from Fat 130

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.4 g 22.2%

Saturated Fat 6.7 g 33.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 29.6 mg 9.9%

Sodium 703.5 mg 29.3%

Total Carbohydrates 80.5 g 26.8%

Dietary Fiber 12.5 g50%

Sugars 8.5 g

Protein 25.7 g 51.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 41.7%

Calcium 26.8% Iron 38.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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