Candace's Quiche Recipe
Candace's Quiche has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.
The food contains 22.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 8.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 43, for Candace's Quiche, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 12% | |
| Calories from Fat | 57% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Vitamin A
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2490 IU | 49.8% | ||
| Vitamin C | 3.9 mg | 6.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 25.2 IU | 6.3% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg | 1% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.18 mg | 12.1% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 16.9% | ||
| Niacin | 1.1 mg | 5.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.11 mg | 5.5% | ||
| Folate | 78.4 mcg | 19.6% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.42 mcg | 7% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.49 mg | 4.9% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 175 mg | 17.5% | ||
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.4% | ||
| Magnesium | 32.4 mg | 8.1% | ||
| Phosphorus | 151 mg | 15.1% | ||
| Potassium | 192.3 mg | 5.5% | ||
| Sodium | 343 mg | 14.3% | ||
| Zinc | 0.93 mg | 6.2% | ||
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 3.8% | ||
| Manganese | 0.38 mg | 19.1% | ||
| Selenium | 16 mcg | 22.8% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 7.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.6% | ||
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 27.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.9 g 27.5%
Saturated Fat 6.4 g 32%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 94.3 mg 31.4%
Sodium 343 mg 14.3%
Total Carbohydrates 22.2 g 7.4%
Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 8.7 g 17.4%
Vitamin A 49.8% Vitamin C 6.5%
Calcium 17.5% Iron 8.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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