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Chicken Tacos 6 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chicken Tacos 6 Recipe

Chicken Tacos 6 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Niacin.

The food contains 17.8g 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. With 25 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable 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.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. 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 46, for Chicken Tacos 6, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat59%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A238.9 IU4.8%Top 30%High
Retinol57.3 mcg
Vitamin C0.64 mg1.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D11.5 IU2.9%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.1 mg25.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate26.1 mcg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid17.8 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.64 mg6.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium162.4 mg16.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.3 mg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium22.3 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus199.4 mg19.9%Top 30%High
Potassium175.2 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium346.6 mg14.4%Top 30%High
Zinc1.3 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium14.6 mcg20.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.3 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.83 g3.3%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.9 g31.8%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid3.2 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline1.3 mg
Serine0.6 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17.5 g26.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat6.1 g30.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat5.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 421 Calories from Fat 247

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 27.5 g 42.3%

Saturated Fat 9.6 g 48%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 76 mg 25.3%

Sodium 544.1 mg 22.7%

Total Carbohydrates 17.8 g 5.9%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 1.6 g

Protein 25 g 50%

Vitamin A 7.5% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 25.5% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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