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Whole Grain Pitas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Whole Grain Pitas Recipe

Whole Grain Pitas has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 27.6g 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 5.5 gms of protein, it is average 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. It's low 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".

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Whole Grain Pitas has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs63%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A170 IU3.4%
Vitamin C0.06 mg0.1%
Vitamin D0.8 IU0.2%
Vitamin E0.88 mg2.9%
Thiamin0.05 mg3.1%
Riboflavin0.03 mg1.7%
Niacin0.56 mg2.8%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.7%
Folate11.6 mcg2.9%
Vitamin B120.01 mcg0.1%
Pantothenic Acid0.14 mg1.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21 mg2.1%
Iron0.77 mg4.3%
Magnesium6 mg1.5%
Phosphorus28 mg2.8%
Potassium28.9 mg0.8%
Sodium471.6 mg19.7%
Zinc0.17 mg1.1%
Copper0.04 mg1.9%
Manganese0.12 mg6%
Selenium2.4 mcg3.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27.6 g9.2%
Dietary Fiber5.2 g20.8%
Sugars2.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.5 g11%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.8 g7.4%
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.8 g 7.4%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.8 mg 1.3%

Sodium 471.6 mg 19.7%

Total Carbohydrates 27.6 g 9.2%

Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%

Sugars 2.5 g

Protein 5.5 g 11%

Vitamin A 3.4% Vitamin C 0.1%

Calcium 2.1% Iron 4.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1083981 Embed Table:

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