Diabetic, Low-Fat Caribbean Quick Roast has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 6.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 0.6 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and low PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 18 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 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.
It belongs to Caribbean cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 100, for Diabetic, Low-Fat Caribbean Quick Roast, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 8% | |
Calories from Fat | 6% | |
Calories from Carbs | 87% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 23 IU | 0.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 2.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.3 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 2.3 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.18 mg | 12% | Top 30% | High |
Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.6% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 5.6 mg | 27.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.72 mg | 35.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 6.3 mcg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 3.2 mcg | 53.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.9 mg | 9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 17.6 mg | 1.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 32.5 mg | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 0.18 mg | 0.02% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 0.36 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 0.52 mg | 0.02% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Zinc | 8.1 mg | 53.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.18 mg | 9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.18 mg | 9% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 28.7 mcg | 41% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 1.22 g | 0.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 0.79% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.9 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 0.11 g | 0.22% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Tryptophan | 0.4 mg | |||
Threonine | 1.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.1 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.1 mg | |||
Lysine | 2.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.7 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.4 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 1.1 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.9 mg | |||
Valine | 1.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.9 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 2.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 1.1 mg | |||
Proline | 0.2 mg | |||
Serine | 1.1 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0.2 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.04 g | 0.06% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 28 Calories from Fat 1
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2 g 0.31%
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 2.9 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrates 6.8 g 2.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%
Sugars 4.9 g
Protein 0.6 g 1.2%
Vitamin A 2.6% Vitamin C 21.7%
Calcium 9.8% Iron 100%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 15
Protein 0.06 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 0.03 g
Per Serving | Calories 21
Protein 0.1 g | Carbs 5.2 g | Fat 0.02 g
Per Serving | Calories 201
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 43.6 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 84
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 65
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 8.3 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 11.9 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 111
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 4.7 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 181
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 14.4 g | Fat 8.1 g