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Graduation Cake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Graduation Cake Recipe

Graduation Cake has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 98g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.68 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Graduation Cake has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein3%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs66%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A300 IU6%
Vitamin C0.6 mg1%
Thiamin0.45 mg30%
Niacin5.2 mg26%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1%
Folate140 mcg35%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium130 mg13%
Iron4.7 mg26%
Magnesium16 mg4%
Potassium97 mg2.8%
Sodium452 mg18.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate98 g32.7%
Dietary Fiber0.6 g2.4%
Sugars71.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19.8 g30.5%
Saturated Fat8 g40%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 585 Calories from Fat 179

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19.8 g 30.5%

Saturated Fat 8 g 40%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 22 mg 7.3%

Sodium 452 mg 18.8%

Total Carbohydrates 98 g 32.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%

Sugars 71.5 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 13% Iron 26%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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