Andy Garcia Foods - Chorizo Garcia has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.
The food contains 5.26g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.91 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 very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 83% | |
Calories from Carbs | 4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 0 mg | |||
Iron | 1.9 mg | 10.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 881.8 mg | 36.7% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 5.3 g | 1.8% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 15.9 g | 31.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 45.8 g | 70.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26 g 40%
Saturated Fat 6 g 30.2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 120 mg 40%
Sodium 500 mg 20.8%
Total Carbohydrates 2.98 g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 9 g 18%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C
Calcium Iron 5.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 233
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 49.4 g | Fat 1.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 309
Protein 20.6 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 24.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 106
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 318
Protein 21.2 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 24.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 12.7 g | Carbs 4.2 g | Fat 36.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 366
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 3.3 g | Fat 33.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 400
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 37.1 g