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Tex-Mex Chex - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex-Mex Chex Recipe

Tex-Mex Chex has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 21g 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 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.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex-Mex Chex has been given a composite ranking of 65, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat38%
 Calories from Carbs50%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium130 mg3.7%
Sodium190 mg7.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21 g7%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7 g10.8%
Saturated Fat2 g10%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 160 Calories from Fat 60

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7 g 10.8%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 190 mg 7.9%

Total Carbohydrates 21 g 7%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 2% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Tex-Mex-Chex-237712 Embed Table:

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