shells baked with pesto-meat sauce has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 71.3g 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 45.1 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.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 6 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. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is 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.
Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing shells baked with pesto-meat sauce has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 39% | |
Calories from Carbs | 37% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.27 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 23.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3.8 mg | 6.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 3.5 IU | 0.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.27 mg | 18% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.27 mg | 15.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 3.2 mg | 16.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 13.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 62.5 mcg | 15.6% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 50.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 18% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.27 mg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 90.3 mg | 9% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 24 mg | 6% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 156.6 mg | 15.7% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 220.8 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 355.4 mg | 14.8% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.2 mg | 14.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.27 mg | 13.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 21.6 mcg | 30.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0.5 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.5 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.5 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.2 g | 24.3% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8.9 g | 13.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 18.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 773 Calories from Fat 298
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33.1 g 50.9%
Saturated Fat 14 g 70%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 116.2 mg 38.7%
Sodium 1318.7 mg 54.9%
Total Carbohydrates 71.3 g 23.8%
Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%
Sugars 5.5 g
Protein 45.1 g 90.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 23.3%
Calcium 33.5% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 318
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 21.9 g | Fat 21.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 261
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 17.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 218
Protein 0.17 g | Carbs 56.5 g | Fat 0.05 g
Per Serving | Calories 226
Protein 0.19 g | Carbs 51.9 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 253
Protein 20.1 g | Carbs 0.69 g | Fat 18.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 146
Protein 8 g | Carbs 2.95 g | Fat 11.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 286
Protein 4 g | Carbs 6.2 g | Fat 28 g
Per Serving | Calories 147
Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 12.7 g