Deerfield Farms - Cashews Halves & Pieces has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
The food contains 28.3g 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. With 17.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.4 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. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is very high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Deerfield Farms - Cashews Halves & Pieces has been given a composite ranking of 17, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 71% | |
Calories from Carbs | 18% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Pantothenic Acid | 1.4 mg | 14% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 0 mg | |||
Iron | 6.4 mg | 35.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 282.7 mg | 70.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 530 mg | 53% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 636 mg | 18.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 424 mg | 17.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 2.7 mg | 135% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 9.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 17.7 g | 35.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 49.5 g | 76.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14 g 21.6%
Saturated Fat 3 g 15%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 120 mg 5%
Total Carbohydrates 8 g 2.7%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 5 g 10%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron 10.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 571
Protein 22.4 g | Carbs 26.5 g | Fat 44.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 300
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 14.1 g | Fat 22.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 298
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 15.8 g | Fat 22.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 495
Protein 24.8 g | Carbs 21.7 g | Fat 37.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 300
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 14.1 g | Fat 22.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 302
Protein 2.7 g | Carbs 71.4 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 508
Protein 6 g | Carbs 66.1 g | Fat 24 g
Per 100g | Calories 382
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 47.1 g | Fat 17.6 g