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Tropical Buster - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tropical Buster Recipe

Tropical Buster has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin and Folate.

The food contains 69.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very high 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 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.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 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 3.74 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tropical Buster has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat3%
 Calories from Carbs91%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Thiamin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3720 IU74.4%
Vitamin C238.3 mg397.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.1 mg7.1%
Thiamin0.3 mg20.3%
Riboflavin0.24 mg14.1%
Niacin2.6 mg12.9%
Vitamin B60.35 mg17.3%
Folate164.4 mcg41.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.92 mg9.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium140 mg14%
Iron3.7 mg20.8%
Magnesium65.2 mg16.3%
Phosphorus72 mg7.2%
Potassium901.8 mg25.8%
Sodium35.1 mg1.5%
Zinc0.57 mg3.8%
Copper0.39 mg19.5%
Manganese2.3 mg115.3%
Selenium3.7 mcg5.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate69.1 g23%
Dietary Fiber13.2 g52.8%
Sugars47.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.1 g1.7%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 270 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.1 g 1.7%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 35.1 mg 1.5%

Total Carbohydrates 69.1 g 23%

Dietary Fiber 13.2 g52.8%

Sugars 47.5 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 74.4% Vitamin C 397.2%

Calcium 14% Iron 20.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2438721 Embed Table:

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