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Steamed Sesame Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Steamed Sesame Spinach Recipe

Steamed Sesame Spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 4 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 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Steamed Sesame Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein36%
 Calories from Fat20%
 Calories from Carbs44%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A11500 IU230%
Vitamin C36 mg60%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium690 mg19.7%
Sodium1140 mg47.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5 g1.7%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1 g1.5%
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 40 Calories from Fat 10

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1 g 1.5%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1140 mg 47.5%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g 1.7%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 230% Vitamin C 60%

Calcium 10% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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