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Braised Turkey Shanks - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Braised Turkey Shanks Recipe

Braised Turkey Shanks has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 28g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 40 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and average in trans 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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.5 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. 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Braised Turkey Shanks has been given a composite ranking of 46, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat68%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4500 IU90%
Vitamin C18 mg30%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron4.5 mg25%
Potassium1100 mg31.4%
Sodium2250 mg93.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28 g9.3%
Dietary Fiber7 g28%
Sugars9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein40 g80%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat63 g96.9%
Saturated Fat14 g70%
Total Trans Fatty Acids1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 810 Calories from Fat 570

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 63 g 96.9%

Saturated Fat 14 g 70%

Trans Fat 1 g

Cholesterol 105 mg 35%

Sodium 2250 mg 93.8%

Total Carbohydrates 28 g 9.3%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 9 g

Protein 40 g 80%

Vitamin A 90% Vitamin C 30%

Calcium 15% Iron 25%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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