KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN EXTRA CRISPY, Skin and Breading, Analyzed Prior to January 2007

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN, Fried Chicken, EXTRA CRISPY, Skin and Breading, Analyzed Prior to January 2007 has a high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 22.82g 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. With 10.84 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and high in trans fats. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. The omega-3 content is average. 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN, Fried Chicken, EXTRA CRISPY, Skin and Breading, Analyzed Prior to January 2007 has been given a composite ranking of 2, and sparingly.