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Nickole's Asparagus - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Nickole's Asparagus Recipe

Nickole's Asparagus has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 4.5g 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 3.4 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 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 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Nickole's Asparagus has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A545 IU10.9%
Vitamin C12.1 mg20.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.8 mg6.1%
Thiamin0.13 mg8.6%
Riboflavin0.13 mg7.8%
Niacin1.1 mg5.3%
Vitamin B60.12 mg6.2%
Folate116.4 mcg29.1%
Vitamin B120.05 mcg0.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.18 mg1.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium65 mg6.5%
Iron0.92 mg5.1%
Magnesium18.8 mg4.7%
Phosphorus83 mg8.3%
Potassium255.7 mg7.3%
Sodium178.8 mg7.5%
Zinc0.53 mg3.5%
Copper0.16 mg8.2%
Manganese0.26 mg12.9%
Selenium2.7 mcg3.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.5 g1.5%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.4 g6.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.7 g5.7%
Saturated Fat1.1 g5.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 58 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.7 g 5.7%

Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 4.3 mg 1.4%

Sodium 178.8 mg 7.5%

Total Carbohydrates 4.5 g 1.5%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 3.4 g 6.8%

Vitamin A 10.9% Vitamin C 20.1%

Calcium 6.5% Iron 5.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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