Pollo Enchilado has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 8g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 58.9 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.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and high 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Pollo Enchilado has been given a composite ranking of 73, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 67% | |
Calories from Carbs | 4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.31 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 19.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.16 mg | 9.2% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 3.6 mg | 18% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 6.4 mcg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.16 mcg | 2.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.47 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 11.7 mg | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.78 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 13.9 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 93.1 mg | 9.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 0.16 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 37.4 mg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.63 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.16 mg | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 8.1 mcg | 11.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 1.25 g | 0.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.39 g | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0.2 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.2 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 9.2 g | 18.4% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.2 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.2 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.4 g | 14.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 821 Calories from Fat 543
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 60.3 g 92.8%
Saturated Fat 16.2 g 81%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 243.8 mg 81.3%
Sodium 239.2 mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 2.7%
Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 58.9 g 117.8%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 26.7%
Calcium 7.5% Iron 27.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 180
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 3.7 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 91
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0.44 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 208
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 18.6 g | Fat 13.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 12 g | Carbs 16.8 g | Fat 18.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 125
Protein 6 g | Carbs 10.1 g | Fat 6.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 556
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 30 g | Fat 47.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 208
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 18.6 g | Fat 13.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 216
Protein 16.7 g | Carbs 16 g | Fat 9.4 g