Turkey Mercedes 1 has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 9.7g 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. With 55.2 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.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average 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 4 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. It is also average 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.
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 44, for Turkey Mercedes 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 49% | |
Calories from Fat | 43% | |
Calories from Carbs | 9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 20.1 IU | 0.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 1.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 8 mg | 13.4% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 4 IU | 1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.4 mg | 17% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.31 mg | 15.5% | Top 30% | High |
Folate | 13.3 mcg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.31 mcg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.62 mg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 21.4 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 21.4 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 154.5 mg | 15.4% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 265.3 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 270.5 mg | 11.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 20.4 mcg | 29.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.15 g | 0.62% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 1.4 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 17.1 g | 34.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.5 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 0.9 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.2 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.9 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 6.6 g | 10.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0.3 g | |||
Water | 71.5 g | |||
Ash | 1.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 473 Calories from Fat 193
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.4 g 32.9%
Saturated Fat 6 g 30%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 180.6 mg 60.2%
Sodium 873.6 mg 36.4%
Total Carbohydrates 9.7 g 3.2%
Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%
Sugars 4.6 g
Protein 55.2 g 110.4%
Vitamin A 1.3% Vitamin C 43.3%
Calcium 6.9% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 374
Protein 10.1 g | Carbs 19 g | Fat 28.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 88
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 6.9 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 96
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 1.65 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 10.2 g | Carbs 5.9 g | Fat 17.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 103
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 3.9 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 200
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 241
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 41.8 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 241
Protein 17.2 g | Carbs 0.28 g | Fat 18.5 g