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Carrot-Pecan Cake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Carrot-Pecan Cake Recipe

Carrot-Pecan Cake has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 46g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 5 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and high 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.

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.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Carrot-Pecan Cake has been given a composite ranking of 33, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs49%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6000 IU120%
Vitamin C18 mg30%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80 mg8%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium390 mg11.1%
Sodium125 mg5.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate46 g15.3%
Dietary Fiber5 g20%
Sugars31 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19 g29.2%
Saturated Fat3 g15%
Total Trans Fatty Acids1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19 g 29.2%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat 1.5 g

Cholesterol 95 mg 31.7%

Sodium 125 mg 5.2%

Total Carbohydrates 46 g 15.3%

Dietary Fiber 5 g20%

Sugars 31 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 120% Vitamin C 30%

Calcium 8% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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