Specials has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron 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 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.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.4 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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Specials has been given a composite ranking of 24, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 33% | |
Calories from Fat | 65% | |
Calories from Carbs | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 500 IU | 10% | ||
Vitamin C | 1.2 mg | 2% | ||
Thiamin | 0.09 mg | 6% | ||
Niacin | 20.6 mg | 103% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 20% | ||
Folate | 56 mcg | 14% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 440 mg | 44% | ||
Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | ||
Magnesium | 52 mg | 13% | ||
Potassium | 395 mg | 11.3% | ||
Sodium | 386 mg | 16.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 0.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1.2% | ||
Sugars | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 38 g | 76% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 33.8 g | 52% | ||
Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 473 Calories from Fat 305
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33.8 g 52%
Saturated Fat 16.9 g 84.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 175 mg 58.3%
Sodium 386 mg 16.1%
Total Carbohydrates 2.4 g 0.8%
Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%
Sugars 1.1 g
Protein 38 g 76%
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 44% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 619
Protein 30.9 g | Carbs 24.9 g | Fat 42.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 25.9 g | Fat 4.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 433
Protein 18.2 g | Carbs 49.5 g | Fat 17.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 176
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 16.3 g | Fat 9.9 g