Polenta Fries 2 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.
The food contains 47g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Polenta Fries 2 has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 41% | |
Calories from Carbs | 47% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0 IU |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 310 mg | 31% | ||
Iron | 4 mg | 22.2% | ||
Potassium | 289 mg | 8.3% | ||
Sodium | 1000 mg | 41.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 47 g | 15.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 6 g | 24% | ||
Sugars | 5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 12 g | 24% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 18 g | 27.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 10 g | 50% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 389 Calories from Fat 159
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18 g 27.7%
Saturated Fat 10 g 50%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 46 mg 15.3%
Sodium 1000 mg 41.7%
Total Carbohydrates 47 g 15.7%
Dietary Fiber 6 g24%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 12 g 24%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 31% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 662
Protein 28 g | Carbs 53 g | Fat 39 g
Per Serving | Calories 972
Protein 5 g | Carbs 77 g | Fat 78 g
Per Serving | Calories 223
Protein 5 g | Carbs 28 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 579
Protein 30 g | Carbs 49 g | Fat 29 g
Per Serving | Calories 759
Protein 17 g | Carbs 127 g | Fat 20 g
Per Serving | Calories 2169
Protein 39 g | Carbs 94 g | Fat 185 g
Per Serving | Calories 688
Protein 49 g | Carbs 26 g | Fat 43 g
Per Serving | Calories 194
Protein 3 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 14 g