Joy of Cooking - Chicken Leg Quarter has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 7.14g 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 20 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 7, for Joy of Cooking - Chicken Leg Quarter, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 40% | |
| Calories from Fat | 45% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 14% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 142.9 IU | 2.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Vitamin C | 0.86 mg | 1.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 14.3 mg | 1.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sodium | 685.7 mg | 28.6% | Top 30% | High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 2.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Sugars | 4.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20 g | 40% | Top 10% | Very High |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 10 g | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290 Calories from Fat 130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14 g 21.5%
Saturated Fat 4 g 20%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 95 mg 31.7%
Sodium 960 mg 40%
Total Carbohydrates 10 g 3.3%
Dietary Fiber
Sugars 6 g
Protein 28 g 56%
Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 2% Iron 10%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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