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Simple Sweet Potatoes for a Healthy Thanksgiving - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Simple Sweet Potatoes for a Healthy Thanksgiving Recipe

Simple Sweet Potatoes for a Healthy Thanksgiving has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 48.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 4.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low 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 has an average 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Simple Sweet Potatoes for a Healthy Thanksgiving has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat1%
 Calories from Carbs91%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A12.2 IU0.2%Mid 40%Average
Retinol9.9 mcg
Vitamin C5.7 mg9.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0.76 IU0.19%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.38 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate11.8 mcg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.76 mg7.6%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium34.2 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.38 mg2.1%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium23.2 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus47.1 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium312.9 mg8.9%Top 30%High
Sodium164.2 mg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.38 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.38 mg19%Top 30%High
Selenium0.76 mcg1.1%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.4 g6.1%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.5%Top 30%High
Sugars4.4 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.8 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.6 g3.2%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.4 mg
Glutamic Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.11 g0.18%Bottom 10%Very Low
Saturated Fat0.04 g0.19%Bottom 10%Very Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 210 Calories from Fat 2

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.3 g 0.46%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0.6 mg 0.2%

Sodium 431.8 mg 18%

Total Carbohydrates 48.3 g 16.1%

Dietary Fiber 6.9 g27.6%

Sugars 11.5 g

Protein 4.2 g 8.4%

Vitamin A 0.6% Vitamin C 25%

Calcium 9% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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