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McGhee Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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McGhee Tacos Recipe

McGhee Tacos has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 21.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 13.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".

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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing McGhee Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs29%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C4.5 mg7.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.05 mg3.1%
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium195 mg19.5%
Iron0.63 mg3.5%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium125 mg3.6%
Sodium530 mg22.1%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.04 mg2%
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.5 g7.2%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars4.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.3 g26.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17 g26.2%
Saturated Fat7.3 g36.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 300 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17 g 26.2%

Saturated Fat 7.3 g 36.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 47.5 mg 15.8%

Sodium 530 mg 22.1%

Total Carbohydrates 21.5 g 7.2%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 4.5 g

Protein 13.3 g 26.6%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 7.5%

Calcium 19.5% Iron 3.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1924501 Embed Table:

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