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Mussles With Tequila , Garlic and Cilantro - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mussles With Tequila, Garlic and Cilantro Recipe

Mussles With Tequila, Garlic and Cilantro has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 11.1g 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 27.6 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.

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 low PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 9 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 high 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. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mussles With Tequila, Garlic and Cilantro has been given a composite ranking of 44, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein31%
 Calories from Fat57%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.38 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol95.1 mcg
Vitamin C8.3 mg13.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin D4.9 IU1.2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.5 mg7.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate37.7 mcg9.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B1210.2 mcg169.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.38 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium27.9 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron3.4 mg18.9%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium30.6 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Phosphorus174.7 mg17.5%Top 30%High
Potassium296.2 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Sodium303.5 mg12.6%Top 30%High
Zinc1.5 mg10.1%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese3 mg150.9%Top 10%Very High
Selenium38.9 mcg55.5%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.2 g1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.08 g0.3%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.5 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0.4 mg
Serine0.4 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.5 g13%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat4.5 g22.5%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat2.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360 Calories from Fat 202

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22.4 g 34.5%

Saturated Fat 11.9 g 59.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 109.4 mg 36.5%

Sodium 804.2 mg 33.5%

Total Carbohydrates 11.1 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.2 g0.8%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 27.6 g 55.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 36.7%

Calcium 7.4% Iron 50%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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