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Ortega Whole Grain & Wheat Hard Soft Taco Kit - Nutrition Facts
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Whole Grain & Whole Wheat Hard & Soft Taco Kit

Ortega - Whole Grain & Whole Wheat Hard & Soft Taco Kit has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.

The food contains 49.76g 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. With 4.74 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable 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. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 14.22 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 very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

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 68, for Ortega - Whole Grain & Whole Wheat Hard & Soft Taco Kit, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat37%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A132.7 IU2.7%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium331.8 mg33.2%Top 30%High
Iron14.2 mg79%Top 30%High
Potassium4739.3 mg135.4%Top 10%Very High
Sodium1516.6 mg63.2%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate49.8 g16.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber14.2 g56.9%Top 10%Very High
Sugars2.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.7 g9.5%Mid 40%Average

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.2 g21.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.4 g11.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.4 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 130 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6 g 9.2%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 640 mg 26.7%

Total Carbohydrates 21 g 7%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 2 g 4%

Vitamin A 1.1% Vitamin C

Calcium 14% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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