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Cocoa Meringue Shells - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cocoa Meringue Shells Recipe

Cocoa Meringue Shells has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 12g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cocoa Meringue Shells has been given a composite ranking of 48, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs75%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.02 mg0.07%
Thiamin0 mg0.1%
Riboflavin0.01 mg0.5%
Niacin0.06 mg0.3%
Vitamin B60 mg0.2%
Folate0.8 mcg0.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.01 mg0.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium4 mg0.4%
Iron0.38 mg2.1%
Magnesium13.2 mg3.3%
Phosphorus20 mg2%
Potassium78.4 mg2.2%
Sodium28.1 mg1.2%
Zinc0.18 mg1.2%
Copper0.1 mg5.1%
Manganese0.1 mg5.2%
Selenium0.42 mcg0.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12 g4%
Dietary Fiber0.9 g3.6%
Sugars10.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3 g6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.4 g0.62%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 55 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.4 g 0.62%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 28.1 mg 1.2%

Total Carbohydrates 12 g 4%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 10.4 g

Protein 3 g 6%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 0.4% Iron 2.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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