Vegetarian Mexican Pita has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 57g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 11.9 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 low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Vegetarian Mexican Pita has been given a composite ranking of 84, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 5% | |
Calories from Carbs | 79% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 547.2 IU | 10.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.8 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0.69 mg | 46.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.8 mg | 13.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 118.8 mcg | 29.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 34.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.69 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 60.4 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 2.8 mg | 15.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 56.9 mg | 14.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 129.2 mg | 12.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 259 mg | 7.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 229.8 mg | 9.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.69 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.69 mg | 34.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 13.9 mcg | 19.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 13.2% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 19.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 0.8 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.3 g | 16.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.1 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0.7 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1 g | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.14 g | 0.69% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290 Calories from Fat 13
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.5 g 2.3%
Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 330.9 mg 13.8%
Total Carbohydrates 57 g 19%
Dietary Fiber 7.1 g28.4%
Sugars 1.1 g
Protein 11.9 g 23.8%
Vitamin A 15.8% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 8.7% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 177
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 35.4 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 235
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 42.3 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 24
Protein 1.4 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 0.23 g
Per Serving | Calories 142
Protein 11.2 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 22
Protein 0.88 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 0.18 g
Per Serving | Calories 52
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 5.8 g | Fat 2.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 7.5 g | Carbs 9.5 g | Fat 7.6 g