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Sesame Tofu With Spinach 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sesame Tofu With Spinach 1 Recipe

Sesame Tofu With Spinach 1 has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 7.8g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 14 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 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Sesame Tofu With Spinach 1 has been given a composite ranking of 97, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat66%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2.8 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C9.8 mg16.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.47 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate79.4 mcg19.9%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium183.2 mg18.3%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.3 mg13%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium62.6 mg15.7%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus114 mg11.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium296.7 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Sodium268.1 mg11.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.93 mg6.2%Top 30%High
Copper0.47 mg23.4%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.93 mg46.7%Top 10%Very High
Selenium7 mcg10%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3.6 g1.2%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.9%Top 30%High
Sugars0.5 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.5 g13.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.9 mg
Glutamic Acid1.4 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.6 g13.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.4 g6.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236 Calories from Fat 166

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.5 g 28.5%

Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 573.8 mg 23.9%

Total Carbohydrates 7.8 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%

Sugars 1.1 g

Protein 14 g 28%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 39.2% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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