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North South East West Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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North South East West Couscous Recipe

North South East West Couscous has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 64.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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 14.1 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'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 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing North South East West Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat20%
 Calories from Carbs66%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.2 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol21.1 mcg
Vitamin C74.6 mg124.3%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.2 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.39 mg19.5%Top 10%Very High
Folate41.8 mcg10.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.39 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium30.1 mg3%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.6 mg8.7%Top 30%High
Magnesium25.8 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus81.6 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Potassium245.7 mg7%Top 30%High
Sodium93.4 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.78 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.39 mg19.5%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.39 mg19.5%Top 30%High
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25.2 g8.4%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3.4 g13.6%Top 10%Very High
Sugars2.8 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.5 g11%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.4 mg
Glutamic Acid1.2 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.4 g5.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0.55 g2.7%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 383 Calories from Fat 79

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.8 g 13.5%

Saturated Fat 1.4 g 7%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 239.2 mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 64.6 g 21.5%

Dietary Fiber 8.7 g34.8%

Sugars 7.2 g

Protein 14.1 g 28.2%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 318.3%

Calcium 7.7% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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