Thai Red Curry Coconut Soup - Variation on Chef Meg's Recipe
Thai Red Curry Coconut Soup - Variation on Chef Meg's has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Niacin.
The food contains 8.8g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.43 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 high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Thai cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Thai Red Curry Coconut Soup - Variation on Chef Meg's has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 7% | |
| Calories from Fat | 81% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 13% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Niacin
- Very low in Cholesterol
- High in Iron
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 695 IU | 13.9% | ||
| Vitamin C | 11.6 mg | 19.3% | ||
| Vitamin D | 43.6 IU | 10.9% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 0.4% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 16.8% | ||
| Niacin | 4.4 mg | 21.9% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 4.8% | ||
| Folate | 14.8 mcg | 3.7% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.22 mcg | 3.6% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.92 mg | 9.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2.9% | ||
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24.6% | ||
| Magnesium | 10.4 mg | 2.6% | ||
| Phosphorus | 109 mg | 10.9% | ||
| Potassium | 372.4 mg | 10.6% | ||
| Sodium | 529.5 mg | 22.1% | ||
| Zinc | 0.51 mg | 3.4% | ||
| Copper | 0.29 mg | 14.7% | ||
| Manganese | 0.26 mg | 13.2% | ||
| Selenium | 7.4 mcg | 10.5% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 2.9% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.6% | ||
| Sugars | 3.4 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 4.8 g | 9.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 38.8% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 111.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 261 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.2 g 38.8%
Saturated Fat 22.3 g 111.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 1.9 mg 0.6%
Sodium 529.5 mg 22.1%
Total Carbohydrates 8.8 g 2.9%
Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%
Sugars 3.4 g
Protein 4.8 g 9.6%
Vitamin A 13.9% Vitamin C 19.3%
Calcium 2.9% Iron 24.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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