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Bistec a La Mexicana - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Bistec a La Mexicana Recipe

Bistec a La Mexicana has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 7.7g 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. With 32.9 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.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's very high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 an average 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 85, for Bistec a La Mexicana, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein55%
 Calories from Fat32%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.29 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C35 mg58.3%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D4.7 IU1.2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.87 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate7.3 mcg1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.29 mcg4.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium17.2 mg1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.58 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium7.9 mg2%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus37 mg3.7%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium136.2 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium26.2 mg1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.29 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium2.9 mcg4.2%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.24 g0.7%Bottom 10%Very Low
Dietary Fiber0.47 g1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Starch0 g
Sugars1.2 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.6 g19.2%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.3 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid0.6 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.5 g3.8%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.64 g3.2%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat13.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water48.4 g
Ash0.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 242 Calories from Fat 77

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.5 g 13.1%

Saturated Fat 2.2 g 11%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 82.4 mg 27.5%

Sodium 89.7 mg 3.7%

Total Carbohydrates 7.7 g 2.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%

Sugars 4.1 g

Protein 32.9 g 65.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 200%

Calcium 5.9% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.food.com/recipe/bistec-a-la-mexicana-225105 Embed Table:

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