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Cashew Chicken Take-Out Style - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cashew Chicken Take-Out Style Recipe

Cashew Chicken Take-Out Style has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 12.2g 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 28.8 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 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 has a 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cashew Chicken Take-Out Style has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs15%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A68.8 IU1.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol4.5 mcg
Vitamin C12.5 mg20.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D2.7 IU0.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.8 mg29%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.45 mg22.3%Top 10%Very High
Folate12.5 mcg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.89 mg8.9%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium13.4 mg1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.89 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium38.4 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus159.8 mg16%Top 30%High
Potassium291.5 mg8.3%Top 30%High
Sodium500.4 mg20.8%Top 30%High
Zinc0.89 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium17.4 mcg24.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.4 g1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.71 g2.9%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.3 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.9 g25.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.9 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid2.2 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.4 g12.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.6 g7.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0.4 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 339 Calories from Fat 169

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.8 g 28.9%

Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 72.6 mg 24.2%

Sodium 1120.8 mg 46.7%

Total Carbohydrates 12.2 g 4.1%

Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 28.8 g 57.6%

Vitamin A 3.1% Vitamin C 46.7%

Calcium 3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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