Minh-ai's Bitter Melon Soup has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 14.8 gms of protein, it is high 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 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.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Ideally consumed as a Soup.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Minh-ai's Bitter Melon Soup has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 35% | |
Calories from Fat | 58% | |
Calories from Carbs | 7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 200 IU | 4% | ||
Vitamin C | 36 mg | 60% | ||
Thiamin | 0.59 mg | 39% | ||
Niacin | 8.8 mg | 44% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.32 mg | 16% | ||
Folate | 84 mcg | 21% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 40 mg | 4% | ||
Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | ||
Magnesium | 44 mg | 11% | ||
Potassium | 361 mg | 10.3% | ||
Sodium | 873 mg | 36.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | ||
Sugars | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.8 g | 29.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 10.9 g | 16.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 4 g | 20% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 171 Calories from Fat 98
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.9 g 16.8%
Saturated Fat 4 g 20%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 49 mg 16.3%
Sodium 873 mg 36.4%
Total Carbohydrates 3 g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 0.4 g
Protein 14.8 g 29.6%
Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 60%
Calcium 4% Iron 12%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 20
Protein 0.81 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 20
Protein 0.84 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 0.18 g
Per Serving | Calories 34
Protein 0.4 g | Carbs 8.4 g | Fat 0.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 15 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 12.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 281
Protein 16.6 g | Carbs 21.5 g | Fat 12.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 295
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 12.2 g | Fat 26.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 558
Protein 26.4 g | Carbs 57.4 g | Fat 25.2 g