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Deliciously Healthy Chicken Nuggets - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Deliciously Healthy Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Deliciously Healthy Chicken Nuggets has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 74.9g 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. With 55.1 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.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

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 8 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 a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also very high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Deliciously Healthy Chicken Nuggets has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A138.1 IU2.8%Mid 40%Average
Retinol4.6 mcg
Vitamin C29.7 mg49.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D2.5 IU0.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.84 mg55.8%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.42 mg24.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin8.8 mg43.9%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.84 mg41.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate153.6 mcg38.4%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid2.1 mg20.9%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium43.1 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron3.3 mg18.6%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium133.5 mg33.4%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus0.42 mg0.04%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium0.42 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium37.9 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc6.3 mg41.8%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.42 mg20.9%Top 10%Very High
Manganese6.3 mg313.8%Top 10%Very High
Selenium54 mcg77.1%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate31.3 g10.4%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber7.7 g30.6%Top 10%Very High
Sugars5.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.1 g46.1%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.4 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine1.7 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0.4 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine1.3 mg
Arginine1.7 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine1.3 mg
Aspartic Acid2.1 mg
Glutamic Acid3.3 mg
Glycine1.3 mg
Proline0.8 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11 g16.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 725 Calories from Fat 236

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26.3 g 40.5%

Saturated Fat 4.1 g 20.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 68.4 mg 22.8%

Sodium 90.7 mg 3.8%

Total Carbohydrates 74.9 g 25%

Dietary Fiber 18.3 g73.2%

Sugars 12.2 g

Protein 55.1 g 110.2%

Vitamin A 6.6% Vitamin C 118.3%

Calcium 10.3% Iron 44.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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