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Summer Squashes with Garlic - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Summer Squashes with Garlic Recipe

Summer Squashes with 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 6.4g 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 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Summer Squashes with Garlic has been given a composite ranking of 91, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat66%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • 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

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1120 IU22.4%
Vitamin C14.7 mg24.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1 mg3.3%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.7%
Riboflavin0.12 mg7.1%
Niacin0.68 mg3.4%
Vitamin B60.23 mg11.5%
Folate31.6 mcg7.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.21 mg2.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium26 mg2.6%
Iron0.59 mg3.3%
Magnesium30.4 mg7.6%
Phosphorus62 mg6.2%
Potassium388.1 mg11.1%
Sodium43.1 mg1.8%
Zinc0.36 mg2.4%
Copper0.12 mg5.8%
Manganese0.31 mg15.5%
Selenium0.7 mcg1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.4 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars2.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.5 g3%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.9 g10.6%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 88 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 43.1 mg 1.8%

Total Carbohydrates 6.4 g 2.1%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 2.8 g

Protein 1.5 g 3%

Vitamin A 22.4% Vitamin C 24.5%

Calcium 2.6% Iron 3.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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