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Thai Chicken Tacos - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Thai Chicken Tacos Recipe

Thai Chicken Tacos has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 30.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 50.3 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's high MUFA and average 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 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. It is also a very 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 Chicken Tacos has been given a composite ranking of 60, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein33%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs20%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A142.1 IU2.8%Mid 40%Average
Retinol7.1 mcg
Vitamin C3.3 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.8 IU1%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin13.1 mg65.6%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.55 mg27.3%Top 10%Very High
Folate54.6 mcg13.7%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.6 mg16.4%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium42.6 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.6 mg9.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium94.5 mg23.6%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus351.9 mg35.2%Top 10%Very High
Potassium0.55 mg0.02%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium861.5 mg35.9%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.6 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Copper0.55 mg27.3%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.55 mg27.3%Top 30%High
Selenium28.4 mcg40.6%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.6 g5.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber3.9 g15.7%Top 10%Very High
Sugars1.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein27.5 g55%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.5 mg
Threonine1.1 mg
Isoleucine1.1 mg
Leucine1.1 mg
Lysine2.2 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0.5 mg
Phenylalanine1.1 mg
Tyrosine1.1 mg
Valine1.1 mg
Arginine2.2 mg
Histidine1.1 mg
Alanine1.6 mg
Aspartic Acid2.7 mg
Glutamic Acid4.4 mg
Glycine1.1 mg
Proline1.1 mg
Serine1.1 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16.9 g26.1%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat8.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat5.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 582 Calories from Fat 279

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 31 g 47.7%

Saturated Fat 4.5 g 22.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 82.2 mg 27.4%

Sodium 1576.6 mg 65.7%

Total Carbohydrates 30.3 g 10.1%

Dietary Fiber 7.2 g28.8%

Sugars 3.4 g

Protein 50.3 g 100.6%

Vitamin A 5.2% Vitamin C 10%

Calcium 7.8% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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