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Mexican Turnip Greens - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Turnip Greens Recipe

Mexican Turnip Greens has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 12.5g 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 2.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Turnip Greens has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein9%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7.1 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol28.6 mcg
Vitamin C39.3 mg65.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D2.4 IU0.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.6 mg3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate126.2 mcg31.5%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium133.9 mg13.4%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.2 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium25.6 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus41.1 mg4.1%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium282.1 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Sodium326.9 mg13.6%Top 30%High
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.6 mg29.8%Top 10%Very High
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.4 g2.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.2%Top 30%High
Sugars1.7 g
Glucose0.6 mg
Fructose0.6 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.6 g3.2%Bottom 30%Low
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.8 g5.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.3 g11.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 109 Calories from Fat 58

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6.4 g 9.8%

Saturated Fat 3.8 g 19%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 15.4 mg 5.1%

Sodium 549.2 mg 22.9%

Total Carbohydrates 12.5 g 4.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.7 g18.8%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 2.7 g 5.4%

Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C 110%

Calcium 22.5% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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