Astakos Spiros-Lobster has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.
The food contains 83g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and average 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 249 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 8 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 very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Southern cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Astakos Spiros-Lobster has been given a composite ranking of 15, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 48% | |
Calories from Fat | 36% | |
Calories from Carbs | 16% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 21 IU | 0.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 867 mg | 86.7% | ||
Iron | 8 mg | 44.4% | ||
Potassium | 4000 mg | 114.3% | ||
Sodium | 7000 mg | 291.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 83 g | 27.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
Sugars | 7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 249 g | 498% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 82 g | 126.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 11 g | 55% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2072 Calories from Fat 740
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 82 g 126.2%
Saturated Fat 11 g 55%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1000 mg 333.3%
Sodium 7000 mg 291.7%
Total Carbohydrates 83 g 27.7%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 7 g
Protein 249 g 498%
Vitamin A 0.4% Vitamin C
Calcium 86.7% Iron 44.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 12
Protein 0.48 g | Carbs 2 g | Fat 0.52 g
Per Serving | Calories 497
Protein 60 g | Carbs 12 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 1258
Protein 41 g | Carbs 81 g | Fat 92 g
Per Serving | Calories 335
Protein 7 g | Carbs 31 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 840
Protein 22 g | Carbs 90 g | Fat 47 g
Per Serving | Calories 671
Protein 30 g | Carbs 45 g | Fat 41 g
Per Serving | Calories 226
Protein 3 g | Carbs 32 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 341
Protein 8 g | Carbs 51 g | Fat 12 g