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Polenta With Gorgonzola Cheesse - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Polenta With Gorgonzola Cheesse Recipe

Polenta With Gorgonzola Cheesse has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 24.3g 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 6 gms of protein, it is average 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable 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 With Gorgonzola Cheesse has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat60%
 Calories from Carbs32%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A225 IU4.5%Top 30%High
Retinol54.8 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D4.5 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.32 mg1.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate4.5 mcg1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31.7 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.32 mg1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium14.7 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus45.8 mg4.6%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium46.2 mg1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium288.5 mg12%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.32 mg2.1%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium2.2 mcg3.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.8 g2.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.71 g2.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.9 g3.8%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 Acid0.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.4 g9.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.9 g19.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 297 Calories from Fat 181

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.1 g 30.9%

Saturated Fat 12.2 g 61%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 58.1 mg 19.4%

Sodium 900 mg 37.5%

Total Carbohydrates 24.3 g 8.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 14% Vitamin C

Calcium 9.9% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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