Chorizo Light but Right has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 0.6g 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 12.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo Light but Right has been given a composite ranking of 25, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 39% | |
Calories from Fat | 59% | |
Calories from Carbs | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 614.5 IU | 12.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 9.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 6.5 IU | 1.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 4.8 mg | 24.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 6.5 mcg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 22.6 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 22.6 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 179 mg | 17.9% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 282.3 mg | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 553.5 mg | 23.1% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.6 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 21 mcg | 30% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 0.97 g | 0.32% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.48 g | 1.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 20 g | 40% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 1.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 1.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 13.5 g | 20.8% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 67.7 g | |||
Ash | 1.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 Calories from Fat 75
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.4 g 12.9%
Saturated Fat 2.8 g 14%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 49 mg 16.3%
Sodium 343.2 mg 14.3%
Total Carbohydrates 0.6 g 0.2%
Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 12.4 g 24.8%
Vitamin A 7.6% Vitamin C
Calcium 1.4% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 201
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 7.1 g | Fat 14.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 307
Protein 16.8 g | Carbs 1.37 g | Fat 25.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 70
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 8.7 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 451
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 52 g | Fat 24.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 196
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 6.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 15.7 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 152
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 26.1 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 24.4 g | Fat 7.2 g