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Pico - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pico Recipe

Pico has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 6.2g 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 1 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low 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.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pico has been given a composite ranking of 96, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat9%
 Calories from Carbs79%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A595 IU11.9%
Vitamin C12.6 mg21%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.42 mg1.4%
Thiamin0.06 mg4.2%
Riboflavin0.05 mg3%
Niacin0.62 mg3.1%
Vitamin B60.09 mg4.7%
Folate18.4 mcg4.6%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.26 mg2.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium9 mg0.9%
Iron0.49 mg2.7%
Magnesium12 mg3%
Phosphorus28 mg2.8%
Potassium241 mg6.9%
Sodium8.9 mg0.4%
Zinc0.14 mg0.9%
Copper0.08 mg4.1%
Manganese0.12 mg6.1%
Selenium0.49 mcg0.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.2 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.2%
Sugars0.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1 g2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.3 g0.46%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 27 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.3 g 0.46%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 8.9 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 6.2 g 2.1%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 0.1 g

Protein 1 g 2%

Vitamin A 11.9% Vitamin C 21%

Calcium 0.9% Iron 2.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=84887 Embed Table:

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