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.
Calories from Protein | 74% | |
Calories from Fat | 18% | |
Calories from Carbs | 8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 130 IU | 2.6% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.54 mg | 0.9% | ||
Vitamin D | 6.4 IU | 1.6% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.53% | ||
Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 8.3% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.13 mg | 7.7% | ||
Niacin | 0.2 mg | 1% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 1.2% | ||
Folate | 120.4 mcg | 30.1% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.14 mcg | 2.4% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.29 mg | 2.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 147 mg | 14.7% | ||
Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | ||
Magnesium | 25.6 mg | 6.4% | ||
Phosphorus | 517 mg | 51.7% | ||
Potassium | 165 mg | 4.7% | ||
Sodium | 842.1 mg | 35.1% | ||
Zinc | 2.5 mg | 16.4% | ||
Copper | 0.8 mg | 40% | ||
Manganese | 0.29 mg | 14.3% | ||
Selenium | 4 mcg | 5.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 5.7 g | 1.9% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.6% | ||
Sugars | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 53.3 g | 106.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 5.7 g | 8.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g |
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
Per Serving | Calories 177
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 20.7 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 34
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 3.8 g | Fat 1.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 139
Protein 19 g | Carbs 6.1 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 112
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 6.2 g | Fat 7.9 g