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Mean Guy's General Tso's Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mean Guy's General Tso's Chicken Recipe

Mean Guy's General Tso's Chicken has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 26.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. With 25.8 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's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mean Guy's General Tso's Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 14, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat47%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A178.6 IU3.6%Top 30%High
Retinol53.2 mcg
Vitamin C1.5 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D17.9 IU4.5%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.5 mg17.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate14.4 mcg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.5 mcg8.3%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium17.9 mg1.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron1 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium16.9 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus128.9 mg12.9%Mid 40%Average
Potassium149.8 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Sodium445.5 mg18.6%Top 30%High
Zinc1 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium13.4 mcg19.2%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.2 g4.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.1 g0.4%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars4.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.8 g25.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine1 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.4 g16%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3 g14.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0.5 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 414 Calories from Fat 188

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.9 g 32.2%

Saturated Fat 6 g 30%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 235 mg 78.3%

Sodium 895.5 mg 37.3%

Total Carbohydrates 26.6 g 8.9%

Dietary Fiber 0.2 g0.8%

Sugars 9.8 g

Protein 25.8 g 51.6%

Vitamin A 7.2% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 3.6% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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