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Chia Fresca - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chia Fresca Recipe

Chia Fresca has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 11.2g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.3 gms of protein, it is low 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 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chia Fresca has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A30 IU0.6%
Vitamin C18.5 mg30.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.06 mg0.2%
Thiamin0.02 mg1%
Riboflavin0.01 mg0.5%
Niacin0.08 mg0.4%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1.2%
Folate6 mcg1.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.08 mg0.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium105 mg10.5%
Iron0.05 mg0.3%
Magnesium8 mg2%
Phosphorus9 mg0.9%
Potassium72.1 mg2.1%
Sodium9.6 mg0.4%
Zinc0.05 mg0.3%
Copper0.04 mg1.9%
Manganese0.01 mg0.6%
Selenium0.07 mcg0.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.2 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber5.7 g22.8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.3 g4.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.5 g6.9%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 84 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 9.6 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 11.2 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 5.7 g22.8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 2.3 g 4.6%

Vitamin A 0.6% Vitamin C 30.8%

Calcium 10.5% Iron 0.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=879030 Embed Table:

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