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Quinoa and Barley Breakfast Porridge - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quinoa and Barley Breakfast Porridge Recipe

Quinoa and Barley Breakfast Porridge has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Riboflavin.

The food contains 45.8g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 7.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quinoa and Barley Breakfast Porridge has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5 IU0.1%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.04 mg0.13%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.2%
Riboflavin0.75 mg44.2%
Niacin1.2 mg5.8%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.3%
Folate5.6 mcg1.4%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.07 mg0.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium7 mg0.7%
Iron2.5 mg13.7%
Magnesium19.6 mg4.9%
Phosphorus251 mg25.1%
Potassium70 mg2%
Sodium41.9 mg1.7%
Zinc0.54 mg3.6%
Copper0.11 mg5.3%
Manganese0.33 mg16.5%
Selenium9.5 mcg13.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate45.8 g15.3%
Dietary Fiber6.5 g26%
Sugars2.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.6 g15.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.7 g4.2%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.7 g 4.2%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 41.9 mg 1.7%

Total Carbohydrates 45.8 g 15.3%

Dietary Fiber 6.5 g26%

Sugars 2.8 g

Protein 7.6 g 15.2%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C

Calcium 0.7% Iron 13.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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