Spam a La King has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 11.3g 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 14.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
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. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Spam a La King has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 77% | |
Calories from Carbs | 10% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 201.1 IU | 4% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 49.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4.6 mg | 7.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 5 IU | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.76 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 8.4 mcg | 2.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 3.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.38 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 32.4 mg | 3.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 0.38 mg | 2.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Magnesium | 9.2 mg | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Phosphorus | 36.3 mg | 3.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 151.1 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 625.4 mg | 26.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 0.76 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 2.3 mcg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.23 g | 0.92% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 5.6 g | 11.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 14.8 g | 22.7% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34.5% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 448 Calories from Fat 349
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38.7 g 59.5%
Saturated Fat 18.1 g 90.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 104.2 mg 34.7%
Sodium 1638.6 mg 68.3%
Total Carbohydrates 11.3 g 3.8%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%
Sugars 1.1 g
Protein 14.7 g 29.4%
Vitamin A 10.5% Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 8.5% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 219
Protein 11.4 g | Carbs 7.1 g | Fat 15.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 304
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 28.5 g | Fat 15.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 107
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 11 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 50 g | Fat 12.6 g