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Lighter Beef Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lighter Beef Tacos Recipe

Lighter Beef Tacos has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 41g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 18 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 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 low in trans fats.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

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.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lighter Beef Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs39%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C42 mg70%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium560 mg16%
Sodium1130 mg47.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41 g13.7%
Dietary Fiber7 g28%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18 g36%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20 g30.8%
Saturated Fat7 g35%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 410 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20 g 30.8%

Saturated Fat 7 g 35%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 50 mg 16.7%

Sodium 1130 mg 47.1%

Total Carbohydrates 41 g 13.7%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 18 g 36%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 70%

Calcium 10% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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