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Grandma's Rhubarb Torte Recipe

Grandma's Rhubarb Torte has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 53.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very 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 bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Grandma's Rhubarb Torte has been given a composite ranking of 17, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat33%
 Calories from Carbs61%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A500 IU10%
Vitamin C5.4 mg9%
Thiamin0.23 mg15%
Niacin3.4 mg17%
Vitamin B60.08 mg4%
Folate96 mcg24%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium140 mg14%
Iron2.2 mg12%
Magnesium24 mg6%
Potassium285 mg8.1%
Sodium114 mg4.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate53.5 g17.8%
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.4%
Sugars40.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.8 g11.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.7 g19.5%
Saturated Fat7.3 g36.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 345 Calories from Fat 115

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.7 g 19.5%

Saturated Fat 7.3 g 36.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 114 mg 38%

Sodium 114 mg 4.8%

Total Carbohydrates 53.5 g 17.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%

Sugars 40.1 g

Protein 5.8 g 11.6%

Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 9%

Calcium 14% Iron 12%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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