Marcia's Mexican Chicken Soup has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 44.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 26.8 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 average 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.37 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high 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.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Soup.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Marcia's Mexican Chicken Soup has been given a composite ranking of 81, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 23% | |
Calories from Carbs | 48% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 345 IU | 6.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 15.3 mg | 25.5% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.94 mg | 3.1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.32 mg | 21.2% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 17.1% | ||
Niacin | 9.3 mg | 46.3% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.59 mg | 29.3% | ||
Folate | 163.6 mcg | 40.9% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg | 5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 2 mg | 20.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 82 mg | 8.2% | ||
Iron | 4.4 mg | 24.3% | ||
Magnesium | 111.6 mg | 27.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 399 mg | 39.9% | ||
Potassium | 941.5 mg | 26.9% | ||
Sodium | 405.5 mg | 16.9% | ||
Zinc | 2.6 mg | 17.4% | ||
Copper | 0.4 mg | 20.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.57 mg | 28.6% | ||
Selenium | 17.4 mcg | 24.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 14.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 45.2% | ||
Sugars | 4.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 26.8 g | 53.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.3 g | 14.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 353 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3 g 14.3%
Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 54.3 mg 18.1%
Sodium 405.5 mg 16.9%
Total Carbohydrates 44.5 g 14.8%
Dietary Fiber 11.3 g45.2%
Sugars 4.4 g
Protein 26.8 g 53.6%
Vitamin A 6.9% Vitamin C 25.5%
Calcium 8.2% Iron 24.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 17 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 910
Protein 38.2 g | Carbs 101.4 g | Fat 39.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 52
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 28.4 g | Carbs 10.8 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 104
Protein 6 g | Carbs 10.8 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 81
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 11.1 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 114
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 9.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 157
Protein 7 g | Carbs 22 g | Fat 5.4 g