Moon's Low Fat Creamy Pesto Recipe
Moon's Low Fat Creamy Pesto has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 0.7g 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 1.5 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Italian cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Moon's Low Fat Creamy Pesto has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 18% | |
| Calories from Fat | 73% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 8% |
Why this is good for you
- Very low in Cholesterol
- Very low in Saturated Fat
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 130 IU | 2.6% | ||
| Vitamin C | 0.66 mg | 1.1% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.34 mg | 1.1% | ||
| Thiamin | 0 mg | 0.1% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | 0.1% | ||
| Niacin | 0.02 mg | 0.1% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg | 0.4% | ||
| Folate | 1.2 mcg | 0.3% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.01 mg | 0.1% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1.4% | ||
| Iron | 0.09 mg | 0.5% | ||
| Magnesium | 2 mg | 0.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 2 mg | 0.2% | ||
| Potassium | 11.6 mg | 0.3% | ||
| Sodium | 42.2 mg | 1.8% | ||
| Zinc | 0.03 mg | 0.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.01 mg | 0.4% | ||
| Manganese | 0.04 mg | 1.9% | ||
| Selenium | 0.07 mcg | 0.1% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0.23% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0.4% | ||
| Sugars | 0.5 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 2.7 g | 4.2% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 33 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.7 g 4.2%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0.5 mg 0.17%
Sodium 42.2 mg 1.8%
Total Carbohydrates 0.7 g 0.23%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%
Sugars 0.5 g
Protein 1.5 g 3%
Vitamin A 2.6% Vitamin C 1.1%
Calcium 1.4% Iron 0.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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