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Braised Wild Leeks - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Braised Wild Leeks Recipe

Braised Wild Leeks has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 6.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 0.1 gms of protein, it is low 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's average MUFA and low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Braised Wild Leeks has been given a composite ranking of 3, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein0%
 Calories from Fat85%
 Calories from Carbs15%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1716.1 IU34.3%Top 10%Very High
Retinol461.3 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D41.9 IU10.5%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate3.2 mcg0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium48.4 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron0 mg
Magnesium9.7 mg2.4%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus16.1 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium83.9 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Sodium398.4 mg16.6%Top 30%High
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.6 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars19 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein0.32 g0.65%Bottom 10%Very Low
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 Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat55.8 g85.9%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat35.2 g175.8%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat12.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 179 Calories from Fat 155

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.3 g 26.6%

Saturated Fat 10.9 g 54.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 45.8 mg 15.3%

Sodium 123.5 mg 5.1%

Total Carbohydrates 6.7 g 2.2%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 5.9 g

Protein 0.1 g 0.2%

Vitamin A 10.6% Vitamin C

Calcium 1.5% Iron

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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