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Jerk Peanuts - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Jerk Peanuts Recipe

Jerk Peanuts has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 23.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 36 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 very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's very high MUFA and high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Jerk Peanuts has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat74%
 Calories from Carbs10%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A115.7 IU2.3%Mid 40%Average
Retinol30.2 mcg
Vitamin C2.5 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D2.5 IU0.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.63 mg41.9%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin10.7 mg53.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate210.7 mcg52.7%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.3 mg12.6%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium84.3 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Iron3.8 mg21%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium147.8 mg36.9%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus331.4 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium626.4 mg17.9%Top 10%Very High
Sodium47.8 mg2%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc3.1 mg21%Top 10%Very High
Copper1.3 mg62.9%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.9 mg94.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium6.3 mcg9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15 g5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber7.7 g30.7%Top 10%Very High
Sugars3.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.6 g45.3%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine1.3 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine1.3 mg
Arginine2.5 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid2.5 mg
Glutamic Acid5 mg
Glycine1.3 mg
Proline1.3 mg
Serine1.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat46.7 g71.9%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat8.2 g41.2%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat22 g
Polyunsaturated Fat13.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water13.8 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 844 Calories from Fat 668

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 74.3 g 114.3%

Saturated Fat 13.1 g 65.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 15.2 mg 5.1%

Sodium 76 mg 3.2%

Total Carbohydrates 23.8 g 7.9%

Dietary Fiber 12.2 g48.8%

Sugars 5.7 g

Protein 36 g 72%

Vitamin A 3.7% Vitamin C 6.7%

Calcium 13.4% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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