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tacos with shells - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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tacos with shells Recipe

tacos with shells has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B12.

The food contains 17.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 87, for tacos with shells, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat25%
 Calories from Carbs51%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C1.3 mg2.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.66 mg2.2%
Thiamin0.23 mg15.3%
Riboflavin0.18 mg10.5%
Niacin3.5 mg17.3%
Vitamin B60.26 mg13.1%
Folate38.4 mcg9.6%
Vitamin B122.2 mcg36.1%
Pantothenic Acid0.9 mg9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium51 mg5.1%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Magnesium24.8 mg6.2%
Phosphorus72 mg7.2%
Potassium279.8 mg8%
Sodium401.9 mg16.7%
Zinc3.5 mg23.4%
Copper0.09 mg4.3%
Manganese0.17 mg8.5%
Selenium1.9 mcg2.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17.9 g6%
Dietary Fiber4.8 g19.2%
Sugars0.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.4 g16.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4 g6.2%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 136 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4 g 6.2%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 401.9 mg 16.7%

Total Carbohydrates 17.9 g 6%

Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%

Sugars 0.6 g

Protein 8.4 g 16.8%

Vitamin A Vitamin C 2.2%

Calcium 5.1% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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