Beans and Ham Hocks Recipe

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Beans and Ham Hocks has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 12.8g 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 7.1 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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.

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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 85, for Beans and Ham Hocks, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	32%
	Calories from Fat	11%
	Calories from Carbs	57%

Why this is good for you

Very high in Vitamin A
High in Vitamin C
Low in Cholesterol
Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Vitamin A	2085 IU	41.7%
Vitamin C	12.2 mg	20.3%
Vitamin D	0 IU
Vitamin E	0.22 mg	0.73%
Thiamin	0.24 mg	15.7%
Riboflavin	0.1 mg	5.8%
Niacin	1.5 mg	7.6%
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg	7.3%
Folate	52 mcg	13%
Vitamin B12	0.15 mcg	2.5%
Pantothenic Acid	0.32 mg	3.2%

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Calcium	49 mg	4.9%
Iron	1.7 mg	9.3%
Magnesium	32 mg	8%
Phosphorus	115 mg	11.5%
Potassium	396.9 mg	11.3%
Sodium	425.7 mg	17.7%
Zinc	0.86 mg	5.7%
Copper	0.17 mg	8.4%
Manganese	0.24 mg	12%
Selenium	4.7 mcg	6.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Carbohydrate	12.8 g	4.3%
Dietary Fiber	3.8 g	15.2%
Sugars	1.2 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	7.1 g	14.2%

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Fat	1.1 g	1.7%
Saturated Fat	0.3 g	1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat	0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0.2 g


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Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 88 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.1 g 1.7%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 8.5 mg 2.8%

Sodium 425.7 mg 17.7%

Total Carbohydrates 12.8 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%

Sugars 1.2 g

Protein 7.1 g 14.2%

Vitamin A 41.7% Vitamin C 20.3%

Calcium 4.9% Iron 9.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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