Huevos Chorizo has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Riboflavin.
The food contains 29.2g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 22.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Huevos Chorizo has been given a composite ranking of 15, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 27% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 231.5 IU | 4.6% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 60.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 28.6 IU | 7.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.49 mg | 29% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 30 mcg | 7.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 13.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.49 mcg | 8.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.99 mg | 9.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 107.9 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.2% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 16.3 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 158.1 mg | 15.8% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 246.8 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 442.8 mg | 18.5% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.5 mg | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 16.3 mcg | 23.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.94 g | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0.6 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
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 | 11 g | 22.1% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 1 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.4 g | 19.1% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26.1% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 60.1 g | |||
Ash | 2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 437 Calories from Fat 227
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.2 g 38.8%
Saturated Fat 10.6 g 53%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 229.1 mg 76.4%
Sodium 898.9 mg 37.5%
Total Carbohydrates 29.2 g 9.7%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%
Sugars 1.3 g
Protein 22.4 g 44.8%
Vitamin A 9.4% Vitamin C 8.3%
Calcium 21.9% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 12
Protein 0.15 g | Carbs 1.34 g | Fat 0.78 g
Per Serving | Calories 72
Protein 2.2 g | Carbs 14.7 g | Fat 0.29 g
Per Serving | Calories 523
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 55.7 g | Fat 35.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 16.6 g | Fat 3.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 158
Protein 5 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 126
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 3.2 g | Fat 7.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 312
Protein 17 g | Carbs 33.6 g | Fat 12.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 28
Protein 0.28 g | Carbs 3.1 g | Fat 0 g