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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells Recipe

Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 13g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 19.6 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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.

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. 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 54, for Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat44%
 Calories from Carbs22%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2.4 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol35.7 mcg
Vitamin C18.7 mg31.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D6 IU1.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.79 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate57.5 mcg14.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.4 mcg6.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium106 mg10.6%Top 30%High
Iron0.79 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium27.8 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Phosphorus120.2 mg12%Mid 40%Average
Potassium250.4 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Sodium288 mg12%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.79 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.4 mg19.8%Top 30%High
Selenium7.1 mcg10.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.2 g1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.4%Mid 40%Average
Sugars3.1 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.8 g15.6%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid1.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.8 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.6 g7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.1 g10.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 234 Calories from Fat 104

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.5 g 17.7%

Saturated Fat 5.2 g 26%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 72.3 mg 24.1%

Sodium 725.8 mg 30.2%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%

Sugars 7.7 g

Protein 19.6 g 39.2%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 78.3%

Calcium 26.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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