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V's Saffron Couscous - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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V's Saffron Couscous Recipe

V's Saffron Couscous has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 34g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 5.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing V's Saffron Couscous has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat1%
 Calories from Carbs85%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A147.9 IU3%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C2.1 mg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.2 mg20.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate22.9 mcg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid2.1 mg20.8%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium31.3 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Iron2.1 mg11.6%Top 30%High
Magnesium41.7 mg10.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus158.3 mg15.8%Top 30%High
Potassium183.3 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium11 mg0.5%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate70.8 g23.6%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber4.6 g18.3%Top 10%Very High
Sugars0.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.7 g23.3%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid4.2 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline2.1 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.42 g0.64%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 165 Calories from Fat 2

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.2 g 0.31%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 5.3 mg 0.2%

Total Carbohydrates 34 g 11.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 5.6 g 11.2%

Vitamin A 1.4% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 1.5% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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