Dulces: Pastel de Pia (Pineapple Tart) Recipe

Dulces: Pastel de Pia (Pineapple Tart) has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 77g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 7 gms of protein, it is average 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.

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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Dulces: Pastel de Pia (Pineapple Tart) has been given a composite ranking of 35, and in moderation.