Diet Coke BBQ Chicken Leg & Thigh Recipe
Diet Coke BBQ Chicken Leg & Thigh has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 18.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 40.2 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average 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 high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
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 17, for Diet Coke BBQ Chicken Leg & Thigh, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 53% | |
| Calories from Fat | 23% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 24% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- High in Riboflavin
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 400 IU | 8% | ||
| Vitamin C | 1.9 mg | 3.2% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.28 mg | 0.93% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.39 mg | 23% | ||
| Niacin | 12.3 mg | 61.7% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.72 mg | 35.8% | ||
| Folate | 24.4 mcg | 6.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.71 mcg | 11.8% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 2.4 mg | 24% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 27 mg | 2.7% | ||
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | ||
| Magnesium | 50 mg | 12.5% | ||
| Phosphorus | 344 mg | 34.4% | ||
| Potassium | 509.5 mg | 14.6% | ||
| Sodium | 942.1 mg | 39.3% | ||
| Zinc | 4.1 mg | 27.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.15 mg | 7.3% | ||
| Manganese | 0.09 mg | 4.3% | ||
| Selenium | 27.3 mcg | 39% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 6.2% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2.4% | ||
| Sugars | 16.2 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 7.8 g | 12% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | 10% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.8 g 12%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 161.3 mg 53.8%
Sodium 942.1 mg 39.3%
Total Carbohydrates 18.6 g 6.2%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%
Sugars 16.2 g
Protein 40.2 g 80.4%
Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 3.2%
Calcium 2.7% Iron 12%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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