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Veggie Squares - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Veggie Squares Recipe

Veggie Squares has a high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 22.9g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.8 gms of protein, it is 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 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.

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. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Veggie Squares has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat67%
 Calories from Carbs21%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4050 IU81%
Vitamin C40.8 mg68%
Thiamin0.11 mg7%
Niacin4.8 mg24%
Vitamin B60.34 mg17%
Folate136 mcg34%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium260 mg26%
Iron3.2 mg18%
Magnesium40 mg10%
Potassium353 mg10.1%
Sodium479 mg20%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate22.9 g7.6%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars3.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.8 g25.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat32.6 g50.2%
Saturated Fat14.2 g71%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 429 Calories from Fat 294

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 32.6 g 50.2%

Saturated Fat 14.2 g 71%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 67 mg 22.3%

Sodium 479 mg 20%

Total Carbohydrates 22.9 g 7.6%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 3.5 g

Protein 12.8 g 25.6%

Vitamin A 81% Vitamin C 68%

Calcium 26% Iron 18%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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