Polenta With Italian Sausage and Vegetables has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 61.5g 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 25.5 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.
Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average 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 5 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 is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a 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 Polenta With Italian Sausage and Vegetables has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 43% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.31 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 21.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4.7 mg | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 9.3 IU | 2.3% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.31 mg | 20.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.31 mg | 18.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.2 mg | 10.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.31 mg | 15.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 15.8 mcg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.31 mcg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.31 mg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 91 mg | 9.1% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.6 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 38.8 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 144.1 mg | 14.4% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 273 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 343 mg | 14.3% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.31 mg | 15.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 10.2 mcg | 14.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8.9% | Top 30% | High |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0.9 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 7.9 g | 15.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.9 g | 12.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 63 g | |||
Ash | 1.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 566 Calories from Fat 229
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.5 g 39.2%
Saturated Fat 10.5 g 52.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 52.1 mg 17.4%
Sodium 1104.5 mg 46%
Total Carbohydrates 61.5 g 20.5%
Dietary Fiber 7.2 g28.8%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 25.5 g 51%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 29.3% Iron 27.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 89
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 8.2 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 11.7 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 121
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 12.1 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 286
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 12.4 g | Fat 20.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 242
Protein 16.1 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 16.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 243
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 43.7 g | Fat 2.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 12.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 318
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 29.6 g | Fat 17.1 g