My Asparagus Casserole has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 37.3g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 17 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.
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 6.84 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing My Asparagus Casserole has been given a composite ranking of 52, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 61% | |
Calories from Carbs | 27% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 750 IU | 15% | ||
Vitamin C | 13.8 mg | 23% | ||
Thiamin | 0.5 mg | 33% | ||
Niacin | 10 mg | 50% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.22 mg | 11% | ||
Folate | 84 mcg | 21% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 310 mg | 31% | ||
Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | ||
Magnesium | 36 mg | 9% | ||
Potassium | 281 mg | 8% | ||
Sodium | 1643 mg | 68.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 12.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8.4% | ||
Sugars | 4.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 17 g | 34% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 37 g | 56.9% | ||
Saturated Fat | 13 g | 65% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 556 Calories from Fat 333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 37 g 56.9%
Saturated Fat 13 g 65%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 43 mg 14.3%
Sodium 1643 mg 68.5%
Total Carbohydrates 37.3 g 12.4%
Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%
Sugars 4.5 g
Protein 17 g 34%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 23%
Calcium 31% Iron 38%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 404
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 31.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 406
Protein 18.5 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 29.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 200
Protein 9 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 15 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 15.4 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 283
Protein 13 g | Carbs 30.2 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 439
Protein 22.3 g | Carbs 36.7 g | Fat 24 g
Per Serving | Calories 154
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 12.6 g | Fat 9 g
Per Serving | Calories 386
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 37.2 g | Fat 21.4 g