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Tex-mex Scramble - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tex-mex Scramble Recipe

Tex-mex Scramble has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Riboflavin.

The food contains 5.3g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 31.1 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tex-mex Scramble has been given a composite ranking of 12, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat72%
 Calories from Carbs4%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.43 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol102.6 mcg
Vitamin C2.2 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D53.7 IU13.4%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.43 mg25.5%Top 10%Very High
Niacin1.3 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.43 mg21.6%Top 10%Very High
Folate29.4 mcg7.4%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.87 mcg14.4%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.87 mg8.7%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium93.9 mg9.4%Top 30%High
Iron1.3 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium14.7 mg3.7%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus168.8 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Potassium211.7 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium405.1 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Zinc1.7 mg11.5%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium19.9 mcg28.4%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.29 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.26 g1%Bottom 30%Low
Starch0 g
Sugars0.6 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.5 g26.9%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.9 mg
Isoleucine0.9 mg
Leucine0.9 mg
Lysine1.3 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.9 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.9 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid2.2 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0.9 mg
Serine0.9 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.2 g28%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.7 g38.3%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat7.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water65.4 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 529 Calories from Fat 378

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 42 g 64.6%

Saturated Fat 17.7 g 88.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 498.1 mg 166%

Sodium 935.7 mg 39%

Total Carbohydrates 5.3 g 1.8%

Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 31.1 g 62.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 21.7% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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