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Low-carb Churros - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low-carb Churros Recipe

Low-carb Churros has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.

The food contains 5.7g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 53.3 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.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 9.9 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 50, for Low-carb Churros, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein74%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs8%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A130 IU2.6%
Vitamin C0.54 mg0.9%
Vitamin D6.4 IU1.6%
Vitamin E0.16 mg0.53%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.3%
Riboflavin0.13 mg7.7%
Niacin0.2 mg1%
Vitamin B60.02 mg1.2%
Folate120.4 mcg30.1%
Vitamin B120.14 mcg2.4%
Pantothenic Acid0.29 mg2.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium147 mg14.7%
Iron9.9 mg55%
Magnesium25.6 mg6.4%
Phosphorus517 mg51.7%
Potassium165 mg4.7%
Sodium842.1 mg35.1%
Zinc2.5 mg16.4%
Copper0.8 mg40%
Manganese0.29 mg14.3%
Selenium4 mcg5.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.7 g1.9%
Dietary Fiber0.9 g3.6%
Sugars0.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein53.3 g106.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.7 g8.8%
Saturated Fat1.9 g9.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 283 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.7 g 8.8%

Saturated Fat 1.9 g 9.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 55.8 mg 18.6%

Sodium 842.1 mg 35.1%

Total Carbohydrates 5.7 g 1.9%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 0.4 g

Protein 53.3 g 106.6%

Vitamin A 2.6% Vitamin C 0.9%

Calcium 14.7% Iron 55%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=394732 Embed Table:

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