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Polenta 4 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Polenta 4 Recipe

Polenta 4 has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 35.1g 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 3.7 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 low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low 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. It is also an average 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 Polenta 4 has been given a composite ranking of 91, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein9%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs83%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A43.4 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.88 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate4.9 mcg1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium4.4 mg0.4%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.88 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium26.5 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus48.7 mg4.9%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium59.3 mg1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium10.2 mg0.4%Bottom 10%Very Low
Zinc0.44 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium3.1 mcg4.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.5 g5.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.5 g5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.6 g3.3%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.71 g1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.09 g0.44%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 166 Calories from Fat 14

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.6 g 2.5%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 23.1 mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 35.1 g 11.7%

Dietary Fiber 3.3 g13.2%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 3.7 g 7.4%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C

Calcium 1% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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