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Mexican Pizza Squares - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Pizza Squares Recipe

Mexican Pizza Squares has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 43g 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 27.7 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Pizza Squares has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat44%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Iron

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 DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.51 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol56.1 mcg
Vitamin C18.7 mg31.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin D6.1 IU1.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.51 mg29.7%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2.5 mg12.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate72.2 mcg18.1%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid46.5 mcg
Vitamin B121 mcg16.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium166.7 mg16.7%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.5 mg14%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium23.7 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus192.4 mg19.2%Top 30%High
Potassium214.1 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Sodium581.5 mg24.2%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2.5 mg16.8%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium18.2 mcg26%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.7 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.5%Top 30%High
Sugars2.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14 g28%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid3 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.5 g19.2%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat6.1 g30.3%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 506 Calories from Fat 222

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.7 g 38%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 113.9 mg 38%

Sodium 1151.4 mg 48%

Total Carbohydrates 43 g 14.3%

Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%

Sugars 5.8 g

Protein 27.7 g 55.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 61.7%

Calcium 33% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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