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Taco-Flavored Chicken Wings - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Taco-Flavored Chicken Wings Recipe

Taco-Flavored Chicken Wings has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 9g 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. With 83.8 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's very high MUFA and very high PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 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. 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 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. 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 Taco-Flavored Chicken Wings has been given a composite ranking of 25, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat73%
 Calories from Carbs3%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietAVERAGE
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.28 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol57.1 mcg
Vitamin C3 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D4.4 IU1.1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin7.5 mg37.4%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.55 mg27.7%Top 10%Very High
Folate5.8 mcg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.55 mcg9.2%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid1.1 mg11.1%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20.5 mg2%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.4 mg7.7%Top 30%High
Magnesium23.5 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus193.1 mg19.3%Top 30%High
Potassium208.3 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium489 mg20.4%Top 30%High
Zinc1.7 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium19.9 mcg28.5%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.49 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.55 g2.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.2 g46.4%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.3 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine1.1 mg
Leucine1.1 mg
Lysine1.7 mg
Methionine0.6 mg
Cystine0.3 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine1.1 mg
Arginine1.4 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine1.4 mg
Aspartic Acid1.9 mg
Glutamic Acid3.3 mg
Glycine1.9 mg
Proline1.4 mg
Serine0.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat31.4 g48.4%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat7.3 g36.6%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat10.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat10.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1407 Calories from Fat 1021

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 113.5 g 174.6%

Saturated Fat 26.4 g 132%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 369.3 mg 123.1%

Sodium 1765.2 mg 73.6%

Total Carbohydrates 9 g 3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 3.1 g

Protein 83.8 g 167.6%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 18.3%

Calcium 7.4% Iron 27.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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