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Mexican Ham and Cheese Tortas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Ham and Cheese Tortas Recipe

Mexican Ham and Cheese Tortas has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 47.4g 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 19.1 gms of protein, it is 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 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 has a very 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.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Ham and Cheese Tortas has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat50%
 Calories from Carbs36%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.4 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol7.9 mcg
Vitamin C5.5 mg9.2%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.2 IU0.8%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.6 mg7.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate44.3 mcg11.1%Top 30%High
Folic Acid18.2 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium118.2 mg11.8%Top 30%High
Iron1.2 mg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium21.3 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus106.7 mg10.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium217.8 mg6.2%Top 30%High
Sodium554.2 mg23.1%Top 30%High
Zinc0.79 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.4 mg19.8%Top 30%High
Selenium11.5 mcg16.4%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.7 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.1%Top 30%High
Sugars2.6 g
Glucose0.4 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.5 g15.1%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.4 mg
Glutamic Acid1.6 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.6 g17.8%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.9 g19.6%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 522 Calories from Fat 264

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 29.3 g 45.1%

Saturated Fat 9.9 g 49.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 54.4 mg 18.1%

Sodium 1402.1 mg 58.4%

Total Carbohydrates 47.4 g 15.8%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 6.6 g

Protein 19.1 g 38.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 23.3%

Calcium 29.9% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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