Paleo Spaghetti Squash with Spinach and Bacon Cream has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 48.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 16.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
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 11.52 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. Besides other nutrients, it is very high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Paleo Spaghetti Squash with Spinach and Bacon Cream has been given a composite ranking of 73, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 55% | |
Calories from Carbs | 34% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2650 IU | 53% | ||
Vitamin C | 24 mg | 40% | ||
Thiamin | 0.65 mg | 43% | ||
Niacin | 37.8 mg | 189% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 4 mg | 198% | ||
Folate | 480 mcg | 120% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 220 mg | 22% | ||
Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | ||
Magnesium | 212 mg | 53% | ||
Potassium | 1409 mg | 40.3% | ||
Sodium | 645 mg | 26.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 16.1% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 32.4% | ||
Sugars | 4.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.3 g | 32.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 35.3 g | 54.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 115.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 534 Calories from Fat 318
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.3 g 54.3%
Saturated Fat 23.1 g 115.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 24 mg 8%
Sodium 645 mg 26.9%
Total Carbohydrates 48.3 g 16.1%
Dietary Fiber 8.1 g32.4%
Sugars 4.9 g
Protein 16.3 g 32.6%
Vitamin A 53% Vitamin C 40%
Calcium 22% Iron 64%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 14.4 g
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Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 61.6 g | Fat 5.2 g
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Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 5.2 g
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Protein 25.2 g | Carbs 41.2 g | Fat 12.1 g
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Protein 27.2 g | Carbs 6.6 g | Fat 13.6 g