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Chorizo Puffs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Chorizo Puffs Recipe

Chorizo Puffs has a low-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo Puffs has been given a composite ranking of 1, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat66%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium30 mg0.9%
Sodium560 mg23.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2 g0.7%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2 g4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 45 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%

Sodium 560 mg 23.3%

Total Carbohydrates 2 g 0.7%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 2% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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