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chiken gyro - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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chiken gyro Recipe

chiken gyro has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.

The food contains 18.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 31 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.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Greek cuisine.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 71, for chiken gyro, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein51%
 Calories from Fat19%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1120 IU22.4%
Vitamin C12.9 mg21.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.94 mg3.1%
Thiamin0.21 mg14%
Riboflavin0.16 mg9.3%
Niacin14.4 mg72.1%
Vitamin B60.77 mg38.7%
Folate23.6 mcg5.9%
Vitamin B120.45 mcg7.5%
Pantothenic Acid1.3 mg13.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium42 mg4.2%
Iron2.3 mg12.7%
Magnesium58.4 mg14.6%
Phosphorus294 mg29.4%
Potassium486.8 mg13.9%
Sodium241 mg10%
Zinc1.4 mg9.4%
Copper0.17 mg8.5%
Manganese0.53 mg26.4%
Selenium32.7 mcg46.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.5 g6.2%
Dietary Fiber3.1 g12.4%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein31 g62%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.1 g7.8%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.9 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 243 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.1 g 7.8%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 69 mg 23%

Sodium 241 mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 18.5 g 6.2%

Dietary Fiber 3.1 g12.4%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 31 g 62%

Vitamin A 22.4% Vitamin C 21.5%

Calcium 4.2% Iron 12.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1818676 Embed Table:

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