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Bran Date Bread Recipe

Bran Date Bread has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Folate.

The food contains 39.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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 top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.9 gms of protein, it is average 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 low MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Bran Date Bread has been given a composite ranking of 48, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat24%
 Calories from Carbs69%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A197.3 IU3.9%Top 30%High
Retinol57.5 mcg
Vitamin C1.4 mg2.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D19.2 IU4.8%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.7 mg13.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin B61.4 mg68.5%Top 10%Very High
Folate135.6 mcg33.9%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid117.8 mcg
Vitamin B121.4 mcg22.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium141.1 mg14.1%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.7 mg15.2%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium42.5 mg10.6%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus231.5 mg23.2%Top 10%Very High
Potassium274 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Sodium390.3 mg16.3%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9.1%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese1.4 mg68.5%Top 10%Very High
Selenium11 mcg15.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate53.6 g17.9%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber4.1 g16.4%Top 10%Very High
Sugars33.2 g
Glucose4.1 mg
Fructose4.1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.3 g10.7%Mid 40%Average
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 Acid1.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.1 g12.4%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.2 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213 Calories from Fat 53

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.9 g 9.1%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 35.8 mg 11.9%

Sodium 284.9 mg 11.9%

Total Carbohydrates 39.1 g 13%

Dietary Fiber 3 g12%

Sugars 24.2 g

Protein 3.9 g 7.8%

Vitamin A 2.9% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 10.3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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