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Mexican Goodness - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Goodness Recipe

Mexican Goodness has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 56.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 36.4 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Goodness has been given a composite ranking of 56, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A510 IU10.2%
Vitamin C4.3 mg7.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.14 mg0.47%
Thiamin0.23 mg15%
Riboflavin0.06 mg3.6%
Niacin0.72 mg3.6%
Vitamin B60.1 mg5.2%
Folate133.2 mcg33.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.26 mg2.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium253 mg25.3%
Iron3.4 mg18.7%
Magnesium64.8 mg16.2%
Phosphorus129 mg12.9%
Potassium372.5 mg10.6%
Sodium608.5 mg25.4%
Zinc1.1 mg7%
Copper0.27 mg13.5%
Manganese0.43 mg21.3%
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate56.4 g18.8%
Dietary Fiber9.9 g39.6%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein36.4 g72.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.3 g17.4%
Saturated Fat6.1 g30.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 470 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.3 g 17.4%

Saturated Fat 6.1 g 30.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 69 mg 23%

Sodium 608.5 mg 25.4%

Total Carbohydrates 56.4 g 18.8%

Dietary Fiber 9.9 g39.6%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 36.4 g 72.8%

Vitamin A 10.2% Vitamin C 7.1%

Calcium 25.3% Iron 18.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=190374 Embed Table:

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