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Carrot Cake Muffins (adapted from Happy Herbivore recipe) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Carrot Cake Muffins (adapted from Happy Herbivore recipe) Recipe

Carrot Cake Muffins (adapted from Happy Herbivore recipe) has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 34.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.9 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average 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".

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 belongs to English cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Carrot Cake Muffins (adapted from Happy Herbivore recipe) has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat19%
 Calories from Carbs75%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1940 IU38.8%
Vitamin C1.7 mg2.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.34 mg1.1%
Thiamin0.06 mg4.1%
Riboflavin0.03 mg2%
Niacin0.34 mg1.7%
Vitamin B60.06 mg3.1%
Folate4.8 mcg1.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.12 mg1.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium14 mg1.4%
Iron0.4 mg2.2%
Magnesium11.6 mg2.9%
Phosphorus30 mg3%
Potassium161.7 mg4.6%
Sodium12.7 mg0.5%
Zinc0.3 mg2%
Copper0.1 mg5.1%
Manganese0.3 mg14.8%
Selenium0.42 mcg0.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.6 g11.5%
Dietary Fiber3.4 g13.6%
Sugars20.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.9 g5.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.9 g6%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.9 g 6%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 12.7 mg 0.5%

Total Carbohydrates 34.6 g 11.5%

Dietary Fiber 3.4 g13.6%

Sugars 20.1 g

Protein 2.9 g 5.8%

Vitamin A 38.8% Vitamin C 2.8%

Calcium 1.4% Iron 2.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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