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Pupusas California - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pupusas California Recipe

Pupusas California has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.

The food contains 73.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 14.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pupusas California has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat35%
 Calories from Carbs54%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.36 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol1.1 mcg
Vitamin C19.3 mg32.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D0.36 IU0.09%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.36 mg24.2%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.5 mg7.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.36 mg18.2%Top 10%Very High
Folate30.5 mcg7.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.36 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium25.5 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.1 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium39.3 mg9.8%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus134.9 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Potassium321.1 mg9.2%Top 10%Very High
Sodium97.1 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.1 mg7.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.36 mg18.2%Top 30%High
Selenium8 mcg11.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26.8 g8.9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3.3 g13.2%Top 10%Very High
Sugars2.5 g
Glucose1.1 mg
Fructose1.1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.3 g10.6%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.4 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.8 g12%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.8 g9.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 532 Calories from Fat 194

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.5 g 33.1%

Saturated Fat 5 g 25%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 33.8 mg 11.3%

Sodium 267.1 mg 11.1%

Total Carbohydrates 73.6 g 24.5%

Dietary Fiber 9.1 g36.4%

Sugars 6.8 g

Protein 14.6 g 29.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 88.3%

Calcium 7% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/pupusas-california-494075 Embed Table:

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