Unico - Chorizo has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 3.57g 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 14.29 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 1, for Unico - Chorizo, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 17% | |
| Calories from Fat | 78% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 4% |
Why this is good for you
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 785.7 mg | 32.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
| Sugars | 1.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 14.3 g | 28.6% | Top 30% | High |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 44% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16 g 24.6%
Saturated Fat 7 g 35%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 60 mg 20%
Sodium 440 mg 18.3%
Total Carbohydrates 2 g 0.7%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 1 g
Protein 8 g 16%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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