Stuffed Chilies with Cactus Recipe

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Stuffed Chilies with Cactus has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 39.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 30.4 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.

However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

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 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Stuffed Chilies with Cactus has been given a composite ranking of 78, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

	Calories from Protein	16%
	Calories from Fat	63%
	Calories from Carbs	21%

Why this is good for you

Very high in Protein
Very high in Vitamin B6
Very high in Niacin
Very high in Vitamin A
Very high in Vitamin C
Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

High in Cholesterol
Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Vitamin A	2350 IU	47%
Vitamin C	163.8 mg	273%
Thiamin	0.98 mg	65%
Niacin	19.4 mg	97%
Vitamin B6	1.5 mg	73%
Folate	260 mcg	65%

Mineral Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Calcium	350 mg	35%
Iron	9 mg	50%
Magnesium	260 mg	65%
Potassium	1417 mg	40.5%
Sodium	190 mg	7.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV
Total Carbohydrate	39.5 g	13.2%
Dietary Fiber	11.8 g	47.2%
Sugars	17.3 g

Protein Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Protein	30.4 g	60.8%

Fat Analysis

Name	Amount	%DV	Rank	Interpretation
Total Fat	54 g	83.1%
Saturated Fat	13.3 g	66.5%


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Nutrition Facts

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 727 Calories from Fat 486

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 54 g 83.1%

Saturated Fat 13.3 g 66.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 89 mg 29.7%

Sodium 190 mg 7.9%

Total Carbohydrates 39.5 g 13.2%

Dietary Fiber 11.8 g47.2%

Sugars 17.3 g

Protein 30.4 g 60.8%

Vitamin A 47% Vitamin C 273%

Calcium 35% Iron 50%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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