Mexican Wedding Cake 4 has a high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 79g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 very high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 4 has been given a composite ranking of 21, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 5% | |
Calories from Fat | 29% | |
Calories from Carbs | 66% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 227.8 IU | 4.6% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 45.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 7.7 IU | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.59 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 8.9 mcg | 2.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 45 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.59 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 16 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 62.7 mg | 6.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 120.1 mg | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 243.6 mg | 10.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.59 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.59 mg | 29.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 7.1 mcg | 10.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 15.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 0.95 g | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 35.4 g | |||
Glucose | 2.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.8 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 3.3 g | 6.5% | 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 | 0.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 9.2 g | 14.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 468 Calories from Fat 140
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.5 g 23.8%
Saturated Fat 8.1 g 40.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 61.6 mg 20.5%
Sodium 411.7 mg 17.2%
Total Carbohydrates 79 g 26.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%
Sugars 59.8 g
Protein 5.5 g 11%
Vitamin A 7.7% Vitamin C 8.3%
Calcium 7.6% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 45 g | Fat 11.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 11
Protein 0.09 g | Carbs 0.96 g | Fat 0.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 514
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 57.1 g | Fat 30 g
Per Serving | Calories 410
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 60.1 g | Fat 17.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 355
Protein 4.5 g | Carbs 47.5 g | Fat 17.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 2 g | Carbs 34.9 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 197
Protein 4.1 g | Carbs 35.8 g | Fat 4.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 215
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 31.6 g | Fat 10 g