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Bird's Nest - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Bird's Nest Recipe

Bird's Nest has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 1.9g 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 12 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Bird's Nest has been given a composite ranking of 11, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein41%
 Calories from Fat53%
 Calories from Carbs6%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A395 IU7.9%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D26 IU6.5%
Vitamin E0.52 mg1.7%
Thiamin0.03 mg2.1%
Riboflavin0.25 mg14.9%
Niacin0.04 mg0.2%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.5%
Folate23.6 mcg5.9%
Vitamin B120.5 mcg8.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.63 mg6.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium62 mg6.2%
Iron0.9 mg5%
Magnesium5.2 mg1.3%
Phosphorus89 mg8.9%
Potassium60.5 mg1.7%
Sodium296.8 mg12.4%
Zinc0.56 mg3.7%
Copper0.01 mg0.4%
Manganese0.01 mg0.6%
Selenium15.4 mcg22%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate1.9 g0.6%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars1.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.9 g10.6%
Saturated Fat2.6 g13%
Monounsaturated Fat1.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.9 g 10.6%

Saturated Fat 2.6 g 13%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 228.8 mg 76.3%

Sodium 296.8 mg 12.4%

Total Carbohydrates 1.9 g 0.6%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 1.3 g

Protein 12 g 24%

Vitamin A 7.9% Vitamin C

Calcium 6.2% Iron 5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1182312 Embed Table:

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