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Spinach with sesame seeds - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach with sesame seeds Recipe

Spinach with sesame seeds has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 6.1g 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 3.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach with sesame seeds has been given a composite ranking of 97, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs37%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7970 IU159.4%
Vitamin C23.9 mg39.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.7 mg5.7%
Thiamin0.11 mg7.4%
Riboflavin0.18 mg10.5%
Niacin0.92 mg4.6%
Vitamin B60.21 mg10.7%
Folate170.8 mcg42.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.06 mg0.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium139 mg13.9%
Iron3.2 mg17.6%
Magnesium87.6 mg21.9%
Phosphorus80 mg8%
Potassium505 mg14.4%
Sodium179.8 mg7.5%
Zinc0.9 mg6%
Copper0.34 mg17.1%
Manganese0.91 mg45.5%
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.1 g2%
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.4%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.6 g7.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.1 g4.8%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 59 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.1 g 4.8%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 179.8 mg 7.5%

Total Carbohydrates 6.1 g 2%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 3.6 g 7.2%

Vitamin A 159.4% Vitamin C 39.8%

Calcium 13.9% Iron 17.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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