Quinoa Banana Muffins Recipe
Quinoa Banana Muffins has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 165.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very 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 29 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.
Because of its very 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 8 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to European cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 68, for Quinoa Banana Muffins, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 10% | |
| Calories from Fat | 30% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 59% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
- No Cholesterol
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 13 IU | 0.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg | 10% | Top 30% | High |
| Niacin | 1.2 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 38.2 mcg | 9.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.34 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 31.5 mg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
| Magnesium | 58.4 mg | 14.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Phosphorus | 154 mg | 15.4% | Top 30% | High |
| Potassium | 0.17 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sodium | 215 mg | 9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 1 mg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
| Copper | 0.17 mg | 8.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 50.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Selenium | 12.9 mcg | 18.4% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 28 g | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 13.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Sugars | 2 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.7 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.7 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 4.9 g | 9.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.2 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 9.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.2 g | |||
| Ash | 1.5 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1080 Calories from Fat 336
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37.4 g 57.5%
Saturated Fat 24.8 g 124%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 1270.5 mg 52.9%
Total Carbohydrates 165.4 g 55.1%
Dietary Fiber 20.1 g80.4%
Sugars 11.6 g
Protein 29 g 58%
Vitamin A 1.5% Vitamin C 13.3%
Calcium 18.6% Iron 44.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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