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Caribbean Sweet Potato Stew - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Caribbean Sweet Potato Stew Recipe

Caribbean Sweet Potato Stew has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 56.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. With 48.9 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 5 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Caribbean cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Caribbean Sweet Potato Stew has been given a composite ranking of 58, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.7 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol1 mcg
Vitamin C7.1 mg11.9%Top 30%High
Vitamin D11.8 IU2.9%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.25 mg16.4%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.7 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.49 mg24.6%Top 10%Very High
Folate32.4 mcg8.1%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.49 mcg8.2%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.74 mg7.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28.5 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.2 mg6.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium26.3 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus115.7 mg11.6%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.25 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium580.7 mg24.2%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.5 mg9.8%Top 30%High
Copper0.25 mg12.3%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.25 mg12.3%Top 30%High
Selenium10.3 mcg14.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.9 g4.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10.1%Top 30%High
Sugars2.1 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0.7 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.2 mg
Cystine0.2 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.7 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.3 g14.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.4 g16.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 760 Calories from Fat 340

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 37.8 g 58.2%

Saturated Fat 13.7 g 68.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 112 mg 37.3%

Sodium 2363.3 mg 98.5%

Total Carbohydrates 56.7 g 18.9%

Dietary Fiber 10.3 g41.2%

Sugars 8.5 g

Protein 48.9 g 97.8%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 48.3%

Calcium 11.6% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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