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PX Mediterranean Shrimp Kebabs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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PX Mediterranean Shrimp Kebabs Recipe

PX Mediterranean Shrimp Kebabs has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 14.5g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 38 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 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 5.51 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also 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 Mediterranean cuisine. Ideally consumed as an Appetizer.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 60, for PX Mediterranean Shrimp Kebabs, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein42%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A515 IU10.3%
Vitamin C122.9 mg204.8%
Vitamin D313.2 IU78.3%
Vitamin E3.2 mg10.8%
Thiamin0.16 mg10.6%
Riboflavin0.39 mg22.7%
Niacin7.8 mg38.8%
Vitamin B60.42 mg20.8%
Folate45.2 mcg11.3%
Vitamin B122 mcg33.3%
Pantothenic Acid1.7 mg17.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium128 mg12.8%
Iron5.5 mg30.6%
Magnesium86.8 mg21.7%
Phosphorus440 mg44%
Potassium799 mg22.8%
Sodium256.9 mg10.7%
Zinc2.5 mg16.9%
Copper0.78 mg38.8%
Manganese0.28 mg14.1%
Selenium71.4 mcg102%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate14.5 g4.8%
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%
Sugars2.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein38 g76%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17 g26.2%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%
Monounsaturated Fat10.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 355 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17 g 26.2%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 258.4 mg 86.1%

Sodium 256.9 mg 10.7%

Total Carbohydrates 14.5 g 4.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 2.9 g

Protein 38 g 76%

Vitamin A 10.3% Vitamin C 204.8%

Calcium 12.8% Iron 30.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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