Lisa's Jerk Chicken has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 20.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 36.8 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 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.48 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. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
It belongs to Caribbean cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Lisa's Jerk Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 32, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 34% | |
Calories from Fat | 47% | |
Calories from Carbs | 19% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 250 IU | 5% | ||
Vitamin C | 28.8 mg | 48% | ||
Thiamin | 0.24 mg | 16% | ||
Niacin | 34.2 mg | 171% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 1.1 mg | 53% | ||
Folate | 84 mcg | 21% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 110 mg | 11% | ||
Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | ||
Magnesium | 84 mg | 21% | ||
Potassium | 572 mg | 16.3% | ||
Sodium | 2734 mg | 113.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 6.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12.8% | ||
Sugars | 9.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 36.8 g | 73.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 23 g | 35.4% | ||
Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 433 Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23 g 35.4%
Saturated Fat 4.6 g 23%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 96 mg 32%
Sodium 2734 mg 113.9%
Total Carbohydrates 20.4 g 6.8%
Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%
Sugars 9.9 g
Protein 36.8 g 73.6%
Vitamin A 5% Vitamin C 48%
Calcium 11% Iron 36%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 595
Protein 37.3 g | Carbs 59.6 g | Fat 25.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 203
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 14.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 24.9 g | Carbs 5.5 g | Fat 20.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 270
Protein 15 g | Carbs 20 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 109
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 8.9 g | Fat 4.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 840
Protein 38.2 g | Carbs 60.5 g | Fat 48.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 401
Protein 17.3 g | Carbs 3.2 g | Fat 35.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 729
Protein 38 g | Carbs 55.3 g | Fat 39.3 g