Super Easy General Tso Chicken Dinner has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.
The food contains 16.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 27.8 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Super Easy General Tso Chicken Dinner has been given a composite ranking of 17, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 42% | |
Calories from Fat | 32% | |
Calories from Carbs | 25% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 29.1 IU | 0.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 8.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.85 mg | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 5.1 IU | 1.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 10.3 mg | 51.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.85 mg | 42.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 4.3 mcg | 1.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 1.7 mg | 17.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 5.1 mg | 0.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0 mg | |||
Magnesium | 25.6 mg | 6.4% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 203.4 mg | 20.3% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 359 mg | 10.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 1487.9 mg | 62% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 0.85 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 30.8 mcg | 44% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 5.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 23.8 g | 47.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.9 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.9 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.9 mg | |||
Valine | 0.9 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.9 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.9 mg | |||
Proline | 0.9 mg | |||
Serine | 0.9 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 8 g | 12.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 Calories from Fat 84
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.4 g 14.5%
Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 65.8 mg 21.9%
Sodium 1740.9 mg 72.5%
Total Carbohydrates 16.7 g 5.6%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 6.6 g
Protein 27.8 g 55.6%
Vitamin A 0.7% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 0.6% Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 17.3 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 397
Protein 37.5 g | Carbs 4.9 g | Fat 24.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 8.3 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 155
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 135
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 24.5 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 114
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 10.2 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 61
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 4.6 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 16.7 g | Carbs 18 g | Fat 11.5 g