Macro Breakdown
Glycemic Impact
| Glycemic Index | 49 (Low) |
| Glycemic Load | 15 |
| Insulin Index | 40 |
Health Scores (0-10)
🧬 How Pasta, fresh-refrigerated, spinach, as purchased Affects Your Health
Testosterone 13% DV
Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.
Cortisol & Stress 15% DV
Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.
Cortisol 19% DV
Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.
Anemia
iron + folate. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.
Athletic Performance
protein + iron. Protein for MPS. Iron for O2 transport. B12 for RBC production. Nitrates→NO→vasodilation. Electrolyt.
Iron 18% DV
18% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.
Magnesium 15% DV
15% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.
Vitamin B12 13% DV
13% DV. Nerve function, DNA synthesis. Only in animal foods.
Complete Nutrient Profile
| Nutrient | Amount / 100g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Kcal | 1209.0 kJ | — |
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% DV |
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% DV |
| Carbohydrate | 55.7 g | 20% DV |
| Cholesterol | 73.0 mg | 24% DV |
| Sodium | 27.0 mg | 1% DV |
| Calcium | 43.0 mg | 3% DV |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% DV |
| Magnesium | 63.0 mg | 15% DV |
| Phosphorus | 148.0 mg | 12% DV |
| Potassium | 272.0 mg | 6% DV |
| Zinc | 1.4 mg | 13% DV |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 19% DV |
| Folate | 262.0 µg | 66% DV |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 µg | 13% DV |
| Vitamin A | 25.0 µg | 3% DV |
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