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Sesame Kale adapted from Moosewood - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sesame Kale adapted from Moosewood Recipe

Sesame Kale adapted from Moosewood has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 8.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 2.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 95, for Sesame Kale adapted from Moosewood, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A14165 IU283.3%
Vitamin C42.7 mg71.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.96 mg3.2%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.6%
Riboflavin0.09 mg5.1%
Niacin0.76 mg3.8%
Vitamin B60.18 mg8.8%
Folate17.6 mcg4.4%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.06 mg0.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium111 mg11.1%
Iron1.5 mg8.5%
Magnesium32.8 mg8.2%
Phosphorus56 mg5.6%
Potassium260.9 mg7.5%
Sodium204.7 mg8.5%
Zinc0.54 mg3.6%
Copper0.31 mg15.6%
Manganese0.53 mg26.7%
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.6 g2.9%
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.8 g5.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.2 g3.4%
Saturated Fat0.3 g1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 58 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.2 g 3.4%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 204.7 mg 8.5%

Total Carbohydrates 8.6 g 2.9%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 2.8 g 5.6%

Vitamin A 283.3% Vitamin C 71.1%

Calcium 11.1% Iron 8.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1187571 Embed Table:

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