Mexican Wedding Cookies 3 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 24.3g 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. With 3.5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Wedding Cookies 3 has been given a composite ranking of 9, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 67% | |
Calories from Carbs | 29% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 896.7 IU | 17.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 238.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 21.7 IU | 5.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 15 mcg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 26.7 mg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 30 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 98.3 mg | 9.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 121.7 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 205.2 mg | 8.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 1.7 mg | 83.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 15 mcg | 21.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 13.5% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10.7% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 9 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 5.8 g | 11.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 41.3 g | 63.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 96.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 15 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 329 Calories from Fat 223
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.8 g 38.2%
Saturated Fat 11.6 g 58%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 45.7 mg 15.2%
Sodium 123.1 mg 5.1%
Total Carbohydrates 24.3 g 8.1%
Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%
Sugars 5.4 g
Protein 3.5 g 7%
Vitamin A 10.8% Vitamin C
Calcium 1.6% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 21
Protein 0.31 g | Carbs 2.19 g | Fat 1.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 130
Protein 1.3 g | Carbs 10.2 g | Fat 9.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 549
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 40.5 g | Fat 41.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 139
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 12.3 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 5 g | Carbs 31.9 g | Fat 18.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 421
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 62.9 g | Fat 17.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 22.2 g | Fat 18.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 419
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 63.1 g | Fat 18.7 g