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Healthy Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Healthy Tacos Recipe

Healthy Tacos has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 8.6g 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 20.9 gms of protein, it is 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.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Healthy Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 67, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein50%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs21%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A526.5 IU10.5%Top 10%Very High
Retinol9.7 mcg
Vitamin C2.7 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0.88 IU0.22%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.4 mg22.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate15 mcg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid2.7 mcg
Vitamin B120.88 mcg14.7%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium88.5 mg8.8%Top 30%High
Iron1.8 mg9.8%Top 30%High
Magnesium33.6 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus238.1 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Potassium235.4 mg6.7%Top 30%High
Sodium180.6 mg7.5%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.8 mg11.8%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium8.8 mcg12.6%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.6 g2.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.88 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.5 g37%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.9 mg
Isoleucine0.9 mg
Leucine0.9 mg
Lysine1.8 mg
Methionine0.9 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.9 mg
Tyrosine0.9 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.9 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid1.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.7 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.9 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.7 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.4 g7.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 170 Calories from Fat 48

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.3 g 8.2%

Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 38.7 mg 12.9%

Sodium 204.1 mg 8.5%

Total Carbohydrates 8.6 g 2.9%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 20.9 g 41.8%

Vitamin A 11.9% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 10% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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