Chorizo and Cheese Bread has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 71g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 42 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.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 7.2 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Chorizo and Cheese Bread has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 39% | |
Calories from Carbs | 38% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 700 mg | 70% | ||
Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | ||
Potassium | 1120 mg | 32% | ||
Sodium | 2620 mg | 109.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 71 g | 23.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 12 g | 48% | ||
Sugars | 14 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 42 g | 84% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 32 g | 49.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 14 g | 70% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 720 Calories from Fat 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32 g 49.2%
Saturated Fat 14 g 70%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 70 mg 23.3%
Sodium 2620 mg 109.2%
Total Carbohydrates 71 g 23.7%
Dietary Fiber 12 g48%
Sugars 14 g
Protein 42 g 84%
Vitamin A 130% Vitamin C 60%
Calcium 70% Iron 40%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 110
Protein 5 g | Carbs 13 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 130
Protein 5 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 12 g | Carbs 29 g | Fat 13 g
Per Serving | Calories 200
Protein 10 g | Carbs 32 g | Fat 3.5 g