MorningStar Farms - MORNINGSTAR FARMS Meal Starters Chik'n Strips, Frozen, Unprepared has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 6.7g 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 26.8 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.
However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.4 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 82, for MorningStar Farms - MORNINGSTAR FARMS Meal Starters Chik'n Strips, Frozen, Unprepared, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 63% | |
Calories from Fat | 21% | |
Calories from Carbs | 16% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0 IU | |||
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 0 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Thiamin | 0.45 mg | 30% | Top 30% | High |
Riboflavin | 0.5 mg | 29.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 7 mg | 35% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Food Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Choline | 0 mg | |||
Betaine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 45 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 32 mg | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 124 mg | 3.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 597 mg | 24.9% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 4.5 mg | 30% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 26.8 g | 53.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3.9 g | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164 Calories from Fat 35
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.9 g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%
Trans Fat 0.1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 597 mg 24.9%
Total Carbohydrates 6.7 g 2.2%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 1.2 g
Protein 26.8 g 53.6%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 4.5% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 132
Protein 16.3 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 3.4 g
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