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Better-than-almost-anything Cake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Better-than-almost-anything Cake Recipe

Better-than-almost-anything Cake has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 86.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very 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 very high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 7.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Better-than-almost-anything Cake has been given a composite ranking of 7, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat33%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A69.8 IU1.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol14.8 mcg
Vitamin C0.59 mg0.99%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.2 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.2 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate32.5 mcg8.1%Top 30%High
Folic Acid23.1 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium109.5 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Iron3 mg16.4%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium37.3 mg9.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus159.8 mg16%Top 30%High
Potassium263.3 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Sodium353.3 mg14.7%Top 30%High
Zinc0.59 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium7.7 mcg11%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate51.4 g17.1%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars34 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.6 g9.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid1.2 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.6 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12 g18.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat5.7 g28.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.8 g
Caffeine7.1 mg
Theobromine229 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 545 Calories from Fat 183

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.3 g 31.2%

Saturated Fat 9.7 g 48.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 11.6 mg 3.9%

Sodium 597 mg 24.9%

Total Carbohydrates 86.8 g 28.9%

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%

Sugars 57.4 g

Protein 7.8 g 15.6%

Vitamin A 2.4% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 18.5% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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