Limed Mexican Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 1.6g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 30.3 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.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Limed Mexican Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 63, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 49% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 105.8 IU | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 20.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 7 mg | 11.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 13.4 IU | 3.3% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 8.1 mg | 40.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.58 mg | 29.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 5.2 mcg | 1.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 11.6 mg | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.58 mg | 3.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 22.7 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 149.4 mg | 14.9% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 207 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 53.3 mg | 2.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0.58 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 14 mcg | 19.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 0.93 g | 0.31% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0.2 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 17.6 g | 35.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.2 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.2 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.2 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.2 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 1.2 mg | |||
Proline | 0.6 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.8 g | 12% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 72.7 g | |||
Ash | 1.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254 Calories from Fat 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.4 g 20.6%
Saturated Fat 3.8 g 19%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 92.8 mg 30.9%
Sodium 91.7 mg 3.8%
Total Carbohydrates 1.6 g 0.5%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0.3 g
Protein 30.3 g 60.6%
Vitamin A 3.6% Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 2% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 35.6 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 160
Protein 7.5 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 8.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 105
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 2.15 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 285
Protein 23 g | Carbs 1.07 g | Fat 20.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 19.8 g | Carbs 0.86 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 272
Protein 20.4 g | Carbs 0.37 g | Fat 20.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 288
Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 21.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 74
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 3.3 g | Fat 4 g