MorningStar Farms - MORNINGSTAR FARMS Chik'n Nuggets, Frozen, Unprepared has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin and Niacin.
The food contains 20.79g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 14.19 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.
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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 74, for MorningStar Farms - MORNINGSTAR FARMS Chik'n Nuggets, Frozen, Unprepared, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 36% | |
Calories from Carbs | 38% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
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 | 1.6 mg | 104.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 18.8% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 5.5 mg | 27.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.33 mg | 16.5% | 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 | 37 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 2.8 mg | 15.7% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 328.1 mg | 9.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 657 mg | 27.4% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0.83 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 9.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 1.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.2 g | 28.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8.7 g | 13.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218 Calories from Fat 78
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.7 g 13.4%
Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%
Trans Fat 0.1 g
Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%
Sodium 657 mg 27.4%
Total Carbohydrates 20.8 g 6.9%
Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%
Sugars 1.3 g
Protein 14.2 g 28.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 3.7% Iron 15.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 164
Protein 26.8 g | Carbs 6.7 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 236
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 31.1 g | Fat 7 g
Per 100g | Calories 238
Protein 24 g | Carbs 5.9 g | Fat 13.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 132
Protein 16.3 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 233
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 25.2 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 164
Protein 26.8 g | Carbs 6.7 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 197
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 22.9 g | Fat 7 g
Per 100g | Calories 155
Protein 10.9 g | Carbs 14.9 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 236
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 31.1 g | Fat 7 g
Per 100g | Calories 233
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 25.2 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 197
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 22.9 g | Fat 7 g
Per 100g | Calories 230
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 23.3 g | Fat 9.4 g