Mexican Wedding Cake 2 has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 63.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very 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. Its sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.1 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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 is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Wedding Cake 2 has been given a composite ranking of 20, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 37% | |
Calories from Carbs | 59% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 334.6 IU | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 85.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 13.2 mg | 22.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 10.3 IU | 2.6% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.74 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 21.3 mcg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 9.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 27.2 mg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.74 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 15.4 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 54.4 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 136 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 253.6 mg | 10.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.74 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.74 mg | 36.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 4.4 mcg | 6.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 46.4 g | 15.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 38.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.7 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.7 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 3 g | 6% | 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 | 0.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.8 g | 19.7% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 412 Calories from Fat 157
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.4 g 26.8%
Saturated Fat 7.9 g 39.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 61.1 mg 20.4%
Sodium 344.9 mg 14.4%
Total Carbohydrates 63.1 g 21%
Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%
Sugars 52.1 g
Protein 4.1 g 8.2%
Vitamin A 9.1% Vitamin C 30%
Calcium 3.7% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 303
Protein 3 g | Carbs 46.4 g | Fat 12.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 81
Protein 0.9 g | Carbs 9.3 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 513
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 61.3 g | Fat 28.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 11
Protein 0.09 g | Carbs 0.96 g | Fat 0.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 382
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 62.1 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 428
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 44.9 g | Fat 26.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 348
Protein 2.8 g | Carbs 51.3 g | Fat 15.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 35
Protein 0.31 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 2.3 g