Whole Grain Medium Shells with Beans and Escarole has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 19g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Whole Grain Medium Shells with Beans and Escarole has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 27% | |
Calories from Fat | 30% | |
Calories from Carbs | 43% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 29 IU | 0.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 354 mg | 35.4% | ||
Iron | 3 mg | 16.7% | ||
Potassium | 838 mg | 23.9% | ||
Sodium | 582 mg | 24.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 19 g | 6.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 9 g | 36% | ||
Sugars | 6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12 g | 24% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 6 g | 9.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3 g | 15% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 172 Calories from Fat 53
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6 g 9.2%
Saturated Fat 3 g 15%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 18 mg 6%
Sodium 582 mg 24.3%
Total Carbohydrates 19 g 6.3%
Dietary Fiber 9 g36%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 12 g 24%
Vitamin A 0.6% Vitamin C
Calcium 35.4% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 226
Protein 7 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 20 g
Per Serving | Calories 569
Protein 19 g | Carbs 74 g | Fat 23 g
Per 100g | Calories 239
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 49.6 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 113
Protein 4 g | Carbs 21 g | Fat 2 g