Shells with Bacon and Beef Sauce has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 73.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 26.6 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 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 9.72 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Shells with Bacon and Beef Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 27% | |
Calories from Carbs | 53% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 850 IU | 17% | ||
Vitamin C | 13.8 mg | 23% | ||
Thiamin | 0.29 mg | 19% | ||
Niacin | 19.4 mg | 97% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.56 mg | 28% | ||
Folate | 428 mcg | 107% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 80 mg | 8% | ||
Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | ||
Magnesium | 116 mg | 29% | ||
Potassium | 807 mg | 23.1% | ||
Sodium | 704 mg | 29.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 73.2 g | 24.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 22.8% | ||
Sugars | 5.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 26.6 g | 53.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 16.7 g | 25.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 539 Calories from Fat 151
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.7 g 25.7%
Saturated Fat 5.4 g 27%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 45 mg 15%
Sodium 704 mg 29.3%
Total Carbohydrates 73.2 g 24.4%
Dietary Fiber 5.7 g22.8%
Sugars 5.3 g
Protein 26.6 g 53.2%
Vitamin A 17% Vitamin C 23%
Calcium 8% Iron 54%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 420
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 42 g
Per 100g | Calories 154
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 11 g
Per 100g | Calories 200
Protein 21 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 412
Protein 31.3 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 30.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 615
Protein 30 g | Carbs 35.6 g | Fat 39.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 364
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 10.7 g | Fat 32.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 101
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 5.6 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 597
Protein 68.2 g | Carbs 0.9 g | Fat 33.7 g