my sweet and sour chicken has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 16.1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 20.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
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.
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. 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. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 64, for my sweet and sour chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 37% | |
Calories from Fat | 33% | |
Calories from Carbs | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 595 IU | 11.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 20.5 mg | 34.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 1.6 mg | 5.4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.07 mg | 4.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.8% | ||
Niacin | 8.9 mg | 44.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.48 mg | 24.1% | ||
Folate | 8.8 mcg | 2.2% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg | 5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.69 mg | 6.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 32 mg | 3.2% | ||
Iron | 0.99 mg | 5.5% | ||
Magnesium | 25.2 mg | 6.3% | ||
Phosphorus | 165 mg | 16.5% | ||
Potassium | 283.5 mg | 8.1% | ||
Sodium | 784.1 mg | 32.7% | ||
Zinc | 0.71 mg | 4.7% | ||
Copper | 0.05 mg | 2.6% | ||
Manganese | 0.08 mg | 3.9% | ||
Selenium | 14.5 mcg | 20.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 16.1 g | 5.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8.4% | ||
Sugars | 3.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 20.3 g | 40.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8 g | 12.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8 g 12.3%
Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 45.6 mg 15.2%
Sodium 784.1 mg 32.7%
Total Carbohydrates 16.1 g 5.4%
Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%
Sugars 3.8 g
Protein 20.3 g 40.6%
Vitamin A 11.9% Vitamin C 34.1%
Calcium 3.2% Iron 5.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 369
Protein 28.6 g | Carbs 53.7 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 338
Protein 39.4 g | Carbs 35.9 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 263
Protein 17.1 g | Carbs 43.5 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 78
Protein 16.4 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 0.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 208
Protein 18.6 g | Carbs 24.3 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 302
Protein 54.8 g | Carbs 11.2 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 385
Protein 26.1 g | Carbs 47.7 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 98
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 12.7 g | Fat 1 g