Simple Spagghetti with meat sauce has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 82.6g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.5 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 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.54 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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. It is also an average 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 Simple Spagghetti with meat sauce has been given a composite ranking of 79, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 31% | |
Calories from Carbs | 54% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1710 IU | 34.2% | ||
Vitamin C | 18.1 mg | 30.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 8.8 IU | 2.2% | ||
Vitamin E | 1.4 mg | 4.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.93 mg | 62.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.65 mg | 38.4% | ||
Niacin | 10.7 mg | 53.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.46 mg | 22.8% | ||
Folate | 194 mcg | 48.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg | 19.5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.63 mg | 6.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 106 mg | 10.6% | ||
Iron | 5.5 mg | 30.8% | ||
Magnesium | 47.2 mg | 11.8% | ||
Phosphorus | 145 mg | 14.5% | ||
Potassium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Sodium | 2 mg | 0.1% | ||
Zinc | 2.8 mg | 18.5% | ||
Copper | 0.35 mg | 17.6% | ||
Manganese | 0.36 mg | 17.9% | ||
Selenium | 9.5 mcg | 13.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 27.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 58.4% | ||
Sugars | 11.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 23.5 g | 47% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 21.1 g | 32.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 19.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 589 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.1 g 32.5%
Saturated Fat 3.9 g 19.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 39 mg 13%
Sodium 2 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrates 82.6 g 27.5%
Dietary Fiber 14.6 g58.4%
Sugars 11.1 g
Protein 23.5 g 47%
Vitamin A 34.2% Vitamin C 30.1%
Calcium 10.6% Iron 30.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 110
Protein 11 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 215
Protein 29.3 g | Carbs 1 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 20.9 g | Carbs 29.8 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 78
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 4.6 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 337
Protein 30.8 g | Carbs 7.7 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 256
Protein 19 g | Carbs 10.8 g | Fat 12.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 405
Protein 16.9 g | Carbs 45.6 g | Fat 17.6 g