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Thai Cashew Nut Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Thai Cashew Nut Chicken Recipe

Thai Cashew Nut Chicken has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

The food contains 12.9g 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 16.3 gms of protein, it is 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's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Thai cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Thai Cashew Nut Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat59%
 Calories from Carbs18%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A86.7 IU1.7%Mid 40%Average
Retinol24.1 mcg
Vitamin C1.5 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D5.6 IU1.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.1 mg20.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate11.8 mcg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium16.4 mg1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Iron1 mg5.7%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium40 mg10%Top 30%High
Phosphorus133.8 mg13.4%Top 30%High
Potassium186.2 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Sodium394 mg16.4%Top 30%High
Zinc1.5 mg10.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium10.3 mcg14.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.6 g2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.36 g1.4%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars2.8 g
Glucose1 mg
Fructose1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.4 g16.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine1 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid2.1 mg
Glycine1 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.5 g14.6%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.3 g11.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat6.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.6 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0.5 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 287 Calories from Fat 166

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.5 g 28.5%

Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 52 mg 17.3%

Sodium 768.3 mg 32%

Total Carbohydrates 12.9 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 0.7 g2.8%

Sugars 5.5 g

Protein 16.3 g 32.6%

Vitamin A 3.4% Vitamin C 5%

Calcium 3.2% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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