Spam - Meat Lite Luncheon has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 2.35g 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. With 15.29 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 5, for Spam - Meat Lite Luncheon, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 33% | |
Calories from Fat | 62% | |
Calories from Carbs | 5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 328.2 mg | 32.8% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.4 mg | 13.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 2352.9 mg | 67.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 870.6 mg | 36.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 2.35 g | 0.8% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 1.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 15.3 g | 30.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 12.9 g | 19.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26.5% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11 g 16.9%
Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 60 mg 20%
Sodium 740 mg 30.8%
Total Carbohydrates 2 g 0.7%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 1 g
Protein 13 g 26%
Vitamin A 3.5% Vitamin C
Calcium 27.9% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 165
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 9.3 g | Fat 10.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 176
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 14.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 294
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 2.35 g | Fat 25.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 321
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 1.79 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 294
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 2.35 g | Fat 25.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 321
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 1.79 g | Fat 28.6 g