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Pasta and Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pasta and Spinach Recipe

Pasta and Spinach has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 84.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and high 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 33.6 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 6 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 a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pasta and Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 33, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4.3 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol52.9 mcg
Vitamin C4.6 mg7.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D10 IU2.5%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.36 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.36 mg21%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.2 mg16.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate128.2 mcg32.1%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid59.3 mcg
Vitamin B120.36 mcg6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.36 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium188.6 mg18.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.1 mg11.9%Top 30%High
Magnesium54.3 mg13.6%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus180.4 mg18%Top 30%High
Potassium335.4 mg9.6%Top 10%Very High
Sodium695.3 mg29%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.4 mg9.5%Top 30%High
Copper0.36 mg17.9%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.71 mg35.7%Top 10%Very High
Selenium27.5 mcg39.3%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.1 g10%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9%Top 30%High
Sugars6 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.7 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.4 g9.8%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.8 g13.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 630 Calories from Fat 160

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.8 g 27.4%

Saturated Fat 7.7 g 38.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 140.4 mg 46.8%

Sodium 1946.7 mg 81.1%

Total Carbohydrates 84.2 g 28.1%

Dietary Fiber 6.3 g25.2%

Sugars 16.9 g

Protein 33.6 g 67.2%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 21.7%

Calcium 52.8% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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