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Pasta Shells With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pasta Shells With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce Recipe

Pasta Shells With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 55.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 19.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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. 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 Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pasta Shells With Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 21, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A465.5 IU9.3%Top 10%Very High
Retinol121.6 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D10.8 IU2.7%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.68 mg45%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.1 mg20.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate125.7 mcg31.4%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid105.4 mcg
Vitamin B120.68 mcg11.3%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.68 mg6.8%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium180.4 mg18%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.4 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium33.8 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus217.6 mg21.8%Top 10%Very High
Potassium203.4 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium438.8 mg18.3%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.68 mg33.8%Top 10%Very High
Selenium35.1 mcg50.2%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate37.3 g12.4%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.5 g5.9%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.7 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.9 g25.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid4.1 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16 g24.6%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.9 g49.7%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat4.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 514 Calories from Fat 214

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23.7 g 36.5%

Saturated Fat 14.7 g 73.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 64.7 mg 21.6%

Sodium 649.4 mg 27.1%

Total Carbohydrates 55.2 g 18.4%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 19.1 g 38.2%

Vitamin A 13.8% Vitamin C

Calcium 26.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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