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Tacos 3 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tacos 3 Recipe

Tacos 3 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 21.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 8.5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 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 Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tacos 3 has been given a composite ranking of 41, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs35%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A623.6 IU12.5%Top 10%Very High
Retinol83 mcg
Vitamin C1.9 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D7.5 IU1.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.94 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate38.7 mcg9.7%Top 30%High
Folic Acid26.4 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium173.6 mg17.4%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.9 mg10.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium23.6 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus167 mg16.7%Top 30%High
Potassium194.3 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium358.9 mg15%Top 30%High
Zinc0.94 mg6.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium10.4 mcg14.8%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.1 g6.7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.1%Top 30%High
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.9 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.9 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.9 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.8 g19.7%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.1 g35.4%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 242 Calories from Fat 122

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.6 g 20.9%

Saturated Fat 7.5 g 37.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 30.2 mg 10.1%

Sodium 380.4 mg 15.9%

Total Carbohydrates 21.3 g 7.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%

Sugars 0.8 g

Protein 8.5 g 17%

Vitamin A 13.2% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 18.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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