Big John's Cajun Fried Oysters has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 59.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 29.7 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.
Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 14 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.
It belongs to Cajun cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Big John's Cajun Fried Oysters has been given a composite ranking of 58, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 29% | |
Calories from Carbs | 48% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.26 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 70.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 5.2 mg | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 5.7 IU | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.26 mg | 15.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 9.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 13 mcg | 3.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 9.6 mcg | 159.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.52 mg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 36.3 mg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 3.6 mg | 20.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 34.5 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 178.5 mg | 17.8% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 161.7 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 127.9 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 10.1 mg | 67.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 1 mg | 51.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.52 mg | 25.9% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 49.5 mcg | 70.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 7.7 g | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.5 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.1 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 7.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 500 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16 g 24.6%
Saturated Fat 6.1 g 30.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 223.8 mg 74.6%
Sodium 493.8 mg 20.6%
Total Carbohydrates 59.5 g 19.8%
Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%
Sugars 0.6 g
Protein 29.7 g 59.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 33.3%
Calcium 14% Iron 77.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 15.4 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 460
Protein 12 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 27 g
Per Serving | Calories 129
Protein 13 g | Carbs 9.9 g | Fat 3.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 218
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 25.5 g | Fat 9.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 210
Protein 13.2 g | Carbs 12.3 g | Fat 11.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 283
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 32.4 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 51
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 0.47 g
Per Serving | Calories 55
Protein 2.8 g | Carbs 1.29 g | Fat 4.3 g