Three-Cheese Jumbo Shells has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 46g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 42 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and average in trans 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 4.5 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Three-Cheese Jumbo Shells has been given a composite ranking of 26, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 26% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 29% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 500 mg | 50% | ||
Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | ||
Potassium | 1040 mg | 29.7% | ||
Sodium | 1150 mg | 47.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 46 g | 15.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
Sugars | 9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 42 g | 84% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 32 g | 49.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 17 g | 85% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640 Calories from Fat 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32 g 49.2%
Saturated Fat 17 g 85%
Trans Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 135 mg 45%
Sodium 1150 mg 47.9%
Total Carbohydrates 46 g 15.3%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 9 g
Protein 42 g 84%
Vitamin A 30% Vitamin C 25%
Calcium 50% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 730
Protein 1 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 74 g
Per Serving | Calories 80
Protein 6 g | Carbs 5 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 310
Protein 3 g | Carbs 58 g | Fat 8 g
Per Serving | Calories 120
Protein 11 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 4.5 g