Christmas Cake 6 has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
The food contains 149g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and very 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 very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 11 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Jamaican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Christmas Cake 6 has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 5% | |
Calories from Fat | 24% | |
Calories from Carbs | 71% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 4 IU | 0.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 198 mg | 19.8% | ||
Iron | 5 mg | 27.8% | ||
Potassium | 1000 mg | 28.6% | ||
Sodium | 238 mg | 9.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 149 g | 49.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 9 g | 36% | ||
Sugars | 94 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 11 g | 22% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 22 g | 33.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 13 g | 65% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 846 Calories from Fat 199
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22 g 33.8%
Saturated Fat 13 g 65%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 176 mg 58.7%
Sodium 238 mg 9.9%
Total Carbohydrates 149 g 49.7%
Dietary Fiber 9 g36%
Sugars 94 g
Protein 11 g 22%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C
Calcium 19.8% Iron 27.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 158
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 29 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 390
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 71.6 g | Fat 11.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 1237
Protein 6 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 114 g
Per Serving | Calories 3245
Protein 29 g | Carbs 397 g | Fat 176 g
Per Serving | Calories 175
Protein 4 g | Carbs 39 g | Fat 0.14 g
Per Serving | Calories 230
Protein 5 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 14 g