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Maple-Glazed Yam Stars - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Maple-Glazed Yam Stars Recipe

Maple-Glazed Yam Stars has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 67g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Maple-Glazed Yam Stars has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein4%
 Calories from Fat0%
 Calories from Carbs96%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A400 IU8%
Vitamin C66 mg110%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium1180 mg33.7%
Sodium15 mg0.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate67 g22.3%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars33 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3 g6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0 g

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 15 mg 0.6%

Total Carbohydrates 67 g 22.3%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 33 g

Protein 3 g 6%

Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 110%

Calcium 6% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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