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Pork Luau - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pork Luau Recipe

Pork Luau has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 2.4g 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 28.2 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average 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 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. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pork Luau has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat74%
 Calories from Carbs2%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2820 IU56.4%
Vitamin C19.7 mg32.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.5 mg4.9%
Thiamin0.67 mg44.6%
Riboflavin0.55 mg32.6%
Niacin5.1 mg25.7%
Vitamin B60.44 mg22%
Folate30.8 mcg7.7%
Vitamin B120.82 mcg13.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.64 mg6.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium73 mg7.3%
Iron2 mg11%
Magnesium30.8 mg7.7%
Phosphorus277 mg27.7%
Potassium626 mg17.9%
Sodium504.4 mg21%
Zinc4 mg26.9%
Copper0.2 mg10.2%
Manganese0.25 mg12.3%
Selenium38.6 mcg55.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.4 g0.8%
Dietary Fiber1.1 g4.4%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein28.2 g56.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat38.8 g59.7%
Saturated Fat12.4 g62%
Monounsaturated Fat17.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat5.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 475 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 38.8 g 59.7%

Saturated Fat 12.4 g 62%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 106.5 mg 35.5%

Sodium 504.4 mg 21%

Total Carbohydrates 2.4 g 0.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 28.2 g 56.4%

Vitamin A 56.4% Vitamin C 32.8%

Calcium 7.3% Iron 11%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2193826 Embed Table:

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