Pork Chorizo Sausage Mix has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 20.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 158.1 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 very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's very high MUFA and high PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 13 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also very high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Pork Chorizo Sausage Mix has been given a composite ranking of 45, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 71% | |
Calories from Carbs | 3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.46 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 1.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 12.7 mg | 21.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0.64 mg | 42.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 3.9 mg | 19.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.37 mg | 18.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 6.6 mcg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.55 mcg | 9.1% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.55 mg | 5.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 21.4 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 20.8 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 0.09 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 0.27 mg | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 284.4 mg | 11.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.09 mg | 4.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 21 mcg | 29.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 0.6% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.71 g | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.1 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 14.5 g | 28.9% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.2 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.2 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.9 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 17.9 g | 27.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 32.9% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2504 Calories from Fat 1759
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 195.5 g 300.8%
Saturated Fat 72 g 360%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 654.3 mg 218.1%
Sodium 3109 mg 129.5%
Total Carbohydrates 20.8 g 6.9%
Dietary Fiber 7.8 g31.2%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 158.1 g 316.2%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 231.7%
Calcium 23.4% Iron 72.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 133
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 12.1 g | Fat 7.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 208
Protein 10.2 g | Carbs 5.5 g | Fat 13.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 78
Protein 2.5 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 5.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 633
Protein 28.6 g | Carbs 2.03 g | Fat 55.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 197
Protein 16.1 g | Carbs 8.7 g | Fat 8.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 216
Protein 16.2 g | Carbs 0.23 g | Fat 16.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 267
Protein 18.8 g | Carbs 11 g | Fat 15.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 349
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 42.6 g | Fat 11.7 g