Mexican Chocolate Chili has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 37.3g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 16.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
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 11.52 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 belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Chocolate Chili has been given a composite ranking of 66, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 25% | |
Calories from Carbs | 52% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1450 IU | 29% | ||
Vitamin C | 13.2 mg | 22% | ||
Thiamin | 0.23 mg | 15% | ||
Niacin | 5.2 mg | 26% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 15% | ||
Folate | 88 mcg | 22% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 120 mg | 12% | ||
Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | ||
Magnesium | 52 mg | 13% | ||
Potassium | 440 mg | 12.6% | ||
Sodium | 978 mg | 40.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 12.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 32.8% | ||
Sugars | 11.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 16.4 g | 32.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 7.9 g | 12.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 276 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.9 g 12.2%
Saturated Fat 3.3 g 16.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 25 mg 8.3%
Sodium 978 mg 40.8%
Total Carbohydrates 37.3 g 12.4%
Dietary Fiber 8.2 g32.8%
Sugars 11.7 g
Protein 16.4 g 32.8%
Vitamin A 29% Vitamin C 22%
Calcium 12% Iron 64%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 289
Protein 4.1 g | Carbs 43.3 g | Fat 13.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 241
Protein 1.7 g | Carbs 62.1 g | Fat 0.86 g
Per Serving | Calories 362
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 53.9 g | Fat 15.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 260
Protein 1 g | Carbs 40 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 111
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 10.8 g | Fat 6.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 317
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 52.7 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 121
Protein 1.7 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 298
Protein 3 g | Carbs 44.1 g | Fat 12.7 g