Meatballs that Make Their Own Sauce has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 13.8g 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. With 26.6 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.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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 Side Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 53, for Meatballs that Make Their Own Sauce, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 38% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 20% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 266.6 IU | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 5.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 10.4 mg | 17.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 4.4 IU | 1.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.1 mg | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 14.8% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 17.2 mcg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.89 mcg | 14.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.3 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 19.2 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 16 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 85.5 mg | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 253.6 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 183.6 mg | 7.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.8 mg | 11.8% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 7.7 mcg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 4.1 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.53 g | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 2.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0.9 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.9 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 7.9 g | 15.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 7.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 278 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13 g 20%
Saturated Fat 5 g 25%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 126.5 mg 42.2%
Sodium 620.4 mg 25.9%
Total Carbohydrates 13.8 g 4.6%
Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%
Sugars 7.7 g
Protein 26.6 g 53.2%
Vitamin A 18% Vitamin C 58.3%
Calcium 6.5% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 14.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 478
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 29.1 g | Fat 38.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 94
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 2.17 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 180
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 6.3 g | Fat 10.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 98
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 5.4 g | Fat 5.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 161
Protein 7.4 g | Carbs 15.7 g | Fat 7.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 105
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 4.1 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 1.2 g | Carbs 30.8 g | Fat 3.2 g