75

low fat cream cheese Creamed spinach Recipe

low fat cream cheese Creamed spinach has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 5.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 2.5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of 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. 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 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 low fat cream cheese Creamed spinach has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs50%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2495 IU49.9%
Vitamin C7.4 mg12.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.36 mg1.2%
Thiamin0.02 mg1.4%
Riboflavin0.05 mg3%
Niacin0.18 mg0.9%
Vitamin B60.05 mg2.5%
Folate46.8 mcg11.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.02 mg0.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium32 mg3.2%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Magnesium21.2 mg5.3%
Phosphorus14 mg1.4%
Potassium188 mg5.4%
Sodium86 mg3.6%
Zinc0.17 mg1.1%
Copper0.04 mg1.9%
Manganese0.26 mg12.8%
Selenium0.35 mcg0.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.6 g1.9%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars2.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.5 g5%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.4 g2.2%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 44 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.4 g 2.2%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.8 mg 1.3%

Sodium 86 mg 3.6%

Total Carbohydrates 5.6 g 1.9%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 2.1 g

Protein 2.5 g 5%

Vitamin A 49.9% Vitamin C 12.4%

Calcium 3.2% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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