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Best Pork Carnitas Ever - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Best Pork Carnitas Ever Recipe

Best Pork Carnitas Ever has a average-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 4.8g 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. With 17 gms of protein, it is high 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.

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 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Best Pork Carnitas Ever has been given a composite ranking of 58, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein60%
 Calories from Fat23%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A74.4 IU1.5%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C17.9 mg29.9%Top 30%High
Vitamin D9.4 IU2.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.3 mg21.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.85 mg42.7%Top 10%Very High
Folate11.1 mcg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.85 mg8.5%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium18.8 mg1.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.85 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium22.2 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus151.3 mg15.1%Top 30%High
Potassium315.4 mg9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium38.5 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.85 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium23.1 mcg33%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.1 g1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.09 g0.34%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars2.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.5 g29.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.9 mg
Isoleucine0.9 mg
Leucine0.9 mg
Lysine1.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.9 mg
Tyrosine0.9 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.9 mg
Alanine0.9 mg
Aspartic Acid1.7 mg
Glutamic Acid2.6 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.9 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.5 g3.8%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.68 g3.4%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 118 Calories from Fat 26

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.9 g 4.5%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 52.1 mg 17.4%

Sodium 45.1 mg 1.9%

Total Carbohydrates 4.8 g 1.6%

Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%

Sugars 3.4 g

Protein 17 g 34%

Vitamin A 1.7% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 2.2% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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