MorningStar Farms - MorningStar Farms Meal Starters Veggie Chik'n Strips has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Thiamin and Niacin.
The food contains 7.06g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 27.06 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6.35 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing MorningStar Farms - MorningStar Farms Meal Starters Veggie Chik'n Strips has been given a composite ranking of 68, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 62% | |
Calories from Fat | 21% | |
Calories from Carbs | 16% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Thiamin | 0.53 mg | 35.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Riboflavin | 0.3 mg | 17.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Niacin | 8.2 mg | 41.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.47 mg | 23.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B12 | 2.1 mcg | 35.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 47.1 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 6.4 mg | 35.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 28.2 mg | 7.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 129.4 mg | 3.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 600 mg | 25% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 5.3 mg | 35.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 2.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 1.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 27.1 g | 54.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.1 g | 6.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.59 g | 2.9% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 Calories from Fat 30
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium 510 mg 21.3%
Total Carbohydrates 6 g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 23 g 46%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 4% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 119
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 4.5 g
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Per 100g | Calories 119
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