Hamburger Helper My Way has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 6.3g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 13.5 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. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Hamburger Helper My Way has been given a composite ranking of 47, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 75% | |
Calories from Carbs | 8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 116.6 IU | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 32.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.35 mg | 0.59% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Vitamin D | 11 IU | 2.7% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.71 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 2.1 mcg | 0.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.35 mcg | 5.9% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 39.9 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.35 mg | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Magnesium | 7.4 mg | 1.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Phosphorus | 64.7 mg | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 103.5 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 256.6 mg | 10.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.71 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 4.9 mcg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 2.23 g | 0.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 4.8 g | 9.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0.4 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 9.2 g | 14.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 108.5 g | |||
Ash | 0.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 313 Calories from Fat 233
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.9 g 39.8%
Saturated Fat 11.9 g 59.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 65.9 mg 22%
Sodium 726.3 mg 30.3%
Total Carbohydrates 6.3 g 2.1%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0.6 g
Protein 13.5 g 27%
Vitamin A 6.6% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 11.3% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 167
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 7.6 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 63
Protein 5 g | Carbs 2.36 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 191
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 22.7 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 448
Protein 23.9 g | Carbs 57.7 g | Fat 13 g