Arlene's Ham Balls Recipe
Arlene's Ham Balls has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 85.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. With 53.8 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 32, for Arlene's Ham Balls, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 23% | |
| Calories from Fat | 40% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 37% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Riboflavin
- Very high in Thiamin
- High in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 54.4 IU | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Retinol | 15 mcg | |||
| Vitamin C | 0.52 mg | 0.86% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 IU | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Thiamin | 0.52 mg | 34.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Riboflavin | 0.26 mg | 15.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Niacin | 2.6 mg | 13% | Top 30% | High |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.26 mg | 13% | Top 30% | High |
| Folate | 17.4 mcg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Folic Acid | 8.5 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.52 mcg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.52 mg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 55.7 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Iron | 1 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Magnesium | 16.8 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Phosphorus | 119.7 mg | 12% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Potassium | 193.8 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 129.7 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
| Copper | 0 mg | |||
| Manganese | 0 mg | |||
| Selenium | 16.1 mcg | 22.9% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 22 g | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.47 g | 1.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sugars | 14.4 g | |||
| Glucose | 0.5 mg | |||
| Fructose | 0.5 mg | |||
| Lactose | 0 mg | |||
| Maltose | 0.3 mg | |||
| Galactose | 0 mg |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 13.9 g | 27.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
| Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
| Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
| Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
| Glutamic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
| Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Proline | 0 mg | |||
| Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
| Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 16.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g | 19.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g |
Other Nutrients Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0 g | |||
| Ash | 1 g | |||
| Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
| Theobromine | 0 mg |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 945 Calories from Fat 376
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.7 g 64.2%
Saturated Fat 15.4 g 77%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 272.1 mg 90.7%
Sodium 500.6 mg 20.9%
Total Carbohydrates 85.1 g 28.4%
Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%
Sugars 55.6 g
Protein 53.8 g 107.6%
Vitamin A 4.2% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 21.5% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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