Taco Mac - Cajun Chicken & Shrimp Penne has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 90g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 81 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
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 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 a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Cajun cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Taco Mac - Cajun Chicken & Shrimp Penne has been given a composite ranking of 19, and sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 31% | |
| Calories from Fat | 36% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 34% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
- 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
Mineral Analysis
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 90 g | 30% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 11 g | 44% | ||
| Sugars | 14 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 81 g | 162% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 42 g | 64.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 17 g | 85% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
| Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1080 Calories from Fat 380
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42 g 64.6%
Saturated Fat 17 g 85%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 350 mg 116.7%
Sodium 3070 mg 127.9%
Total Carbohydrates 90 g 30%
Dietary Fiber 11 g44%
Sugars 14 g
Protein 81 g 162%
Vitamin A 45% Vitamin C 90%
Calcium 2.7% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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