Chix quiona meal has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Folate.
if( 29.4 != 0.0 ){?>The food contains 29.4g 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. }else{?> It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets.}?> Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is if("bottom 20" == "top 10" ){?> often undesirable } elseif( "bottom 20" == "bottom 20" ){?> a good thing }?> for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.8 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
if("average" == "high" and "low" == "high" or "average" == "low" and "low" == "low" ){?> On top of that, }else{?> Not only that,}?> the low 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 is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chix quiona meal has been given a composite ranking of 77, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 38% | |
Calories from Fat | 10% | |
Calories from Carbs | 52% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 1275 IU | 25.5% | ||
Vitamin C | 5 mg | 8.4% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 0.6% | ||
Thiamin | 0.23 mg | 15% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.24 mg | 13.9% | ||
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 8.8% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 8.9% | ||
Folate | 108.4 mcg | 27.1% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.01 mcg | 0.2% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.63 mg | 6.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 49 mg | 4.9% | ||
Iron | 3 mg | 16.9% | ||
Magnesium | 48.4 mg | 12.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 191 mg | 19.1% | ||
Potassium | 556.4 mg | 15.9% | ||
Sodium | 74.2 mg | 3.1% | ||
Zinc | 0.92 mg | 6.1% | ||
Copper | 0.26 mg | 12.9% | ||
Manganese | 0.42 mg | 21.1% | ||
Selenium | 4.8 mcg | 6.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 9.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 28.8% | ||
Sugars | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 21.8 g | 43.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.5 g 3.8%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 44.3 mg 14.8%
Sodium 74.2 mg 3.1%
Total Carbohydrates 29.4 g 9.8%
Dietary Fiber 7.2 g28.8%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 21.8 g 43.6%
Vitamin A 25.5% Vitamin C 8.4%
Calcium 4.9% Iron 16.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 522
Protein 25.6 g | Carbs 35 g | Fat 32.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 16.9 g | Carbs 11.4 g | Fat 21.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 384
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 34.2 g | Fat 23.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 820
Protein 41.7 g | Carbs 57.2 g | Fat 46.7 g