Monie's Taco Puffs has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 13.6g 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. With 16.3 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 low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Monie's Taco Puffs has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 27% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 22% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 182.3 IU | 3.6% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 46.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 3.8 IU | 0.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.8 mg | 19% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 24.1 mcg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 12.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.3 mcg | 21.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 153.2 mg | 15.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 2.5 mg | 14.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 24.1 mg | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 363.3 mg | 36.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 258.2 mg | 7.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 597.6 mg | 24.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 3.8 mg | 25.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 13.9 mcg | 19.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.51 g | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 2.9 g | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 20.6 g | 41.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
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 | 1.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 1.3 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 17.2 g | 26.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36.7% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 Calories from Fat 123
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.6 g 20.9%
Saturated Fat 5.8 g 29%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 51.6 mg 17.2%
Sodium 472.1 mg 19.7%
Total Carbohydrates 13.6 g 4.5%
Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%
Sugars 2.3 g
Protein 16.3 g 32.6%
Vitamin A 2.9% Vitamin C
Calcium 12.1% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 336
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 22.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 228
Protein 8 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 12.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 79
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 11 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 210
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 15.3 g | Fat 13.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 109
Protein 7 g | Carbs 17.9 g | Fat 0.96 g
Per Serving | Calories 246
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 48.2 g | Fat 2.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 80
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 3.3 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 141
Protein 10.2 g | Carbs 3.7 g | Fat 8.7 g