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Mexicali Meatballs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexicali Meatballs Recipe

Mexicali Meatballs has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 15.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 28.5 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.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexicali Meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 64, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat53%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A217.3 IU4.3%Top 30%High
Retinol5.5 mcg
Vitamin C1.8 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.8 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.25 mg14.8%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2.3 mg11.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.6%Top 30%High
Folate19.8 mcg5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid10.1 mcg
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium27.4 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.5 mg8.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium13.3 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus81.2 mg8.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium181.7 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium319 mg13.3%Top 30%High
Zinc1.5 mg10.1%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium6.3 mcg9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3.8 g1.3%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.48 g1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.7 g
Glucose0.3 mg
Fructose0.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.2 g14.3%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid1.3 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.5 g8.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.6 g7.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 374 Calories from Fat 197

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.9 g 33.7%

Saturated Fat 6.3 g 31.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 128.3 mg 42.8%

Sodium 1269.7 mg 52.9%

Total Carbohydrates 15.3 g 5.1%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 28.5 g 57%

Vitamin A 17.3% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 10.9% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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