SQUASH & GARLIC Recipe

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SQUASH & GARLIC has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 7.5g 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 1.5 gms of protein, it is low 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. 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 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 93, for SQUASH & GARLIC, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	6%
	Calories from Fat	63%
	Calories from Carbs	31%

Why this is good for you

Very high in Vitamin A
High in Vitamin C
No Cholesterol
Low in Saturated Fat
Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Vitamin A	1595 IU	31.9%
Vitamin C	14.1 mg	23.5%
Vitamin D	0 IU
Vitamin E	1 mg	3.5%
Thiamin	0.08 mg	5.3%
Riboflavin	0.12 mg	6.9%
Niacin	0.8 mg	4%
Vitamin B6	0.23 mg	11.3%
Folate	35.2 mcg	8.8%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid	0.23 mg	2.3%

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Calcium	28 mg	2.8%
Iron	0.68 mg	3.8%
Magnesium	37.6 mg	9.4%
Phosphorus	74 mg	7.4%
Potassium	461.6 mg	13.2%
Sodium	5.3 mg	0.2%
Zinc	0.39 mg	2.6%
Copper	0.14 mg	7.2%
Manganese	0.35 mg	17.6%
Selenium	0.7 mcg	1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Carbohydrate	7.5 g	2.5%
Dietary Fiber	2.4 g	9.6%
Sugars	3.2 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	1.5 g	3%

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Fat	6.9 g	10.6%
Saturated Fat	0.9 g	4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat	5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.6 g


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Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 91 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.9 g 10.6%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 5.3 mg 0.2%

Total Carbohydrates 7.5 g 2.5%

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%

Sugars 3.2 g

Protein 1.5 g 3%

Vitamin A 31.9% Vitamin C 23.5%

Calcium 2.8% Iron 3.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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