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Mexican potatoes - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican potatoes Recipe

Mexican potatoes has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 15.9g 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 1.9 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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".

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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican potatoes has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs61%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5 IU0.1%
Vitamin C19.7 mg32.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.76 mg2.5%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.4%
Riboflavin0.03 mg1.8%
Niacin1.1 mg5.7%
Vitamin B60.17 mg8.5%
Folate18 mcg4.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.28 mg2.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium10 mg1%
Iron0.74 mg4.1%
Magnesium22 mg5.5%
Phosphorus61 mg6.1%
Potassium455 mg13%
Sodium6 mg0.3%
Zinc0.33 mg2.2%
Copper0.13 mg6.7%
Manganese0.14 mg7.1%
Selenium0.49 mcg0.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.9 g5.3%
Dietary Fiber1.7 g6.8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.9 g3.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.6 g5.5%
Saturated Fat0.3 g1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 103 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.6 g 5.5%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 6 mg 0.3%

Total Carbohydrates 15.9 g 5.3%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 1.9 g 3.8%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 32.8%

Calcium 1% Iron 4.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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