Thai Ginger Chicken has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 43.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 33 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 9 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. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 59, for Thai Ginger Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 61% | |
Calories from Carbs | 22% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 115 IU | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 1.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 3.8 mg | 6.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 1 IU | 0.25% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 2.7 mg | 13.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 21.6 mcg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 8.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.5 mg | 5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 11.6 mg | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.3% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 26.5 mg | 6.6% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 86 mg | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 0.17 mg | 0% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 219.8 mg | 9.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.33 mg | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0.17 mg | 8.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.33 mg | 16.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 7.3 mcg | 10.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.98 g | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.8 g | |||
Glucose | 0.2 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.2 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.2 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.5 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.2 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
Proline | 0.2 mg | |||
Serine | 0.2 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.1 g | 13.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 31.9% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 771 Calories from Fat 490
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 54.4 g 83.7%
Saturated Fat 38.3 g 191.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 72.6 mg 24.2%
Sodium 1321.1 mg 55%
Total Carbohydrates 43.8 g 14.6%
Dietary Fiber 5.9 g23.6%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 33 g 66%
Vitamin A 13.8% Vitamin C 38.3%
Calcium 7% Iron 50%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 144
Protein 20.1 g | Carbs 0.51 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 201
Protein 23.1 g | Carbs 2.81 g | Fat 8.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 68.6 g | Fat 0.39 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 19.8 g | Fat 6.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 79
Protein 0.47 g | Carbs 20.4 g | Fat 0.24 g
Per Serving | Calories 157
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 14.3 g | Fat 7.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 99
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 9.6 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 150
Protein 12 g | Carbs 17.3 g | Fat 3.3 g