A Memorial Day Carrot Cake Recipe has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin A.
The food contains 31.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and 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 11.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 8.1 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 an average 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.
Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing A Memorial Day Carrot Cake Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 71, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 59% | |
Calories from Carbs | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 5450 IU | 109% | ||
Vitamin C | 2.4 mg | 4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.14 mg | 9% | ||
Niacin | 2.2 mg | 11% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 9% | ||
Folate | 56 mcg | 14% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 50 mg | 5% | ||
Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | ||
Magnesium | 40 mg | 10% | ||
Potassium | 263 mg | 7.5% | ||
Sodium | 451 mg | 18.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 31.9 g | 10.6% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 25.2% | ||
Sugars | 20.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 11.3 g | 22.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 27.9 g | 42.9% | ||
Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 401 Calories from Fat 251
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27.9 g 42.9%
Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 88 mg 29.3%
Sodium 451 mg 18.8%
Total Carbohydrates 31.9 g 10.6%
Dietary Fiber 6.3 g25.2%
Sugars 20.2 g
Protein 11.3 g 22.6%
Vitamin A 109% Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 5% Iron 45%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 254
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 29.2 g | Fat 14.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 529
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 77.7 g | Fat 22.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 412
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 25.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 349
Protein 3.7 g | Carbs 40.4 g | Fat 19.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 221
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 47.4 g | Fat 0.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 151
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 17.4 g | Fat 8.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 122
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 17.2 g | Fat 5.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 289
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 51.1 g | Fat 8.5 g