My Interpretation of a "cuban Sandwich" has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 73.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 71.8 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 gives a good yield of Iron at 6 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Cuban cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing My Interpretation of a "cuban Sandwich" has been given a composite ranking of 24, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 50% | |
Calories from Carbs | 26% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.29 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 54.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 9.6 mg | 16% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 15.7 IU | 3.9% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.29 mg | 19.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 17.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 4.4 mg | 21.8% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.58 mg | 29.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 40.4 mcg | 10.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 28.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg | 19.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 248.5 mg | 24.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.7% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 31.4 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 286.9 mg | 28.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 257.3 mg | 7.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 810.3 mg | 33.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 2.3 mg | 15.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 23.5 mcg | 33.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 13.4 g | |||
Sugars | 2.9 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.6 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.6 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 20.9 g | 41.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.9 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.9 mg | |||
Valine | 1.2 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.2 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.9 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4.1 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.9 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 18.4 g | 28.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38.2% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 91.6 g | |||
Ash | 2.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1163 Calories from Fat 571
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 63.4 g 97.5%
Saturated Fat 26.3 g 131.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 207.4 mg 69.1%
Sodium 2787.6 mg 116.2%
Total Carbohydrates 73.7 g 24.6%
Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%
Sugars 10.1 g
Protein 71.8 g 143.6%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 55%
Calcium 85.5% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 1400
Protein 54 g | Carbs 126 g | Fat 74 g
Per 100g | Calories 510
Protein 25 g | Carbs 41 g | Fat 27 g
Per Serving | Calories 209
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 12.2 g | Fat 10.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 231
Protein 14.8 g | Carbs 18.5 g | Fat 10.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 82
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 92
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 13.8 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 133
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 2.13 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 153
Protein 14 g | Carbs 2.72 g | Fat 9 g