Meg's Watergate Cupcakes has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 36.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high 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 3.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Meg's Watergate Cupcakes has been given a composite ranking of 7, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 3% | |
Calories from Fat | 70% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.76 IU | 0.02% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 212.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 26 IU | 6.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.76 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 23.7 mcg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 12.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 59.5 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.76 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 5.3 mg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Phosphorus | 71 mg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 57.3 mg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 325.9 mg | 13.6% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 4.6 mcg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 28 g | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 0.69 g | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 19.9 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 2.9 g | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 31.5 g | 48.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 85.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 527 Calories from Fat 371
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.3 g 63.5%
Saturated Fat 22.4 g 112%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 138.8 mg 46.3%
Sodium 426.9 mg 17.8%
Total Carbohydrates 36.7 g 12.2%
Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%
Sugars 26.1 g
Protein 3.8 g 7.6%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C
Calcium 7.8% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 397
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 51.8 g | Fat 22.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 391
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 44.8 g | Fat 23.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 344
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 32.8 g | Fat 24.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 43.5 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 344
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 45.7 g | Fat 15.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 204
Protein 0.98 g | Carbs 38.8 g | Fat 5.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 246
Protein 0.36 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 538
Protein 8 g | Carbs 43 g | Fat 37 g