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Low Carb Pimiento Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low Carb Pimiento Cheese Recipe

Low Carb Pimiento Cheese has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 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 15.9 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 very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. 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".

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 is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Low Carb Pimiento Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat77%
 Calories from Carbs11%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.78 IU0.02%Mid 40%Average
Retinol117.8 mcg
Vitamin C9.3 mg15.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin D11.6 IU2.9%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate13.2 mcg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.78 mcg12.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium331 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.78 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium26.4 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus265.9 mg26.6%Top 10%Very High
Potassium111.6 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium522.7 mg21.8%Top 30%High
Zinc1.6 mg10.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.78 mg38.8%Top 10%Very High
Selenium7 mcg10%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.9 g3.6%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.2 g4.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars3.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.3 g24.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid3.1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline1.6 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat33.6 g51.6%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat11.6 g57.8%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat11.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat8.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 498 Calories from Fat 390

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 43.3 g 66.6%

Saturated Fat 14.9 g 74.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 70.9 mg 23.6%

Sodium 674.3 mg 28.1%

Total Carbohydrates 14 g 4.7%

Dietary Fiber 1.5 g6%

Sugars 4.1 g

Protein 15.9 g 31.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 42.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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