Mandarin Orange Chicken 1 Recipe
Mandarin Orange Chicken 1 has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 16.9g 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 27.5 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 low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good 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.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 27, for Mandarin Orange Chicken 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 57% | |
| Calories from Fat | 8% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very low in Saturated Fat
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 145 IU | 2.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 37.1 mg | 61.9% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.22 mg | 0.73% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 8.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg | 7% | ||
| Niacin | 12.9 mg | 64.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.71 mg | 35.5% | ||
| Folate | 10.8 mcg | 2.7% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.43 mcg | 7.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1 mg | 10.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2.6% | ||
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Magnesium | 39.6 mg | 9.9% | ||
| Phosphorus | 235 mg | 23.5% | ||
| Potassium | 456.7 mg | 13% | ||
| Sodium | 949.2 mg | 39.6% | ||
| Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Manganese | 0.58 mg | 29.1% | ||
| Selenium | 21.6 mcg | 30.8% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 5.6% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2.4% | ||
| Sugars | 11.9 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2.5% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 200 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.6 g 2.5%
Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 65.7 mg 21.9%
Sodium 949.2 mg 39.6%
Total Carbohydrates 16.9 g 5.6%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%
Sugars 11.9 g
Protein 27.5 g 55%
Vitamin A 2.9% Vitamin C 61.9%
Calcium 2.6% Iron 7.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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