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Stuffed Turkey Legs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Stuffed Turkey Legs Recipe

Stuffed Turkey Legs has a very high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 8.2g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 78.4 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.

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 13.5 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 very 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 Stuffed Turkey Legs has been given a composite ranking of 14, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein55%
 Calories from Fat39%
 Calories from Carbs6%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Thiamin
  • Very high in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A250 IU5%
Vitamin C51 mg85%
Thiamin0.39 mg26%
Niacin37.2 mg186%
Vitamin B61.4 mg69%
Folate84 mcg21%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium110 mg11%
Iron13.5 mg75%
Magnesium116 mg29%
Potassium897 mg25.6%
Sodium4307 mg179.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.2 g2.7%
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.6%
Sugars4.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein78.4 g156.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat24.3 g37.4%
Saturated Fat6.6 g33%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 581 Calories from Fat 219

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.3 g 37.4%

Saturated Fat 6.6 g 33%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 191 mg 63.7%

Sodium 4307 mg 179.5%

Total Carbohydrates 8.2 g 2.7%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 4.3 g

Protein 78.4 g 156.8%

Vitamin A 5% Vitamin C 85%

Calcium 11% Iron 75%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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