Velveeta Pigs in a Blanket has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 132.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and high 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 46.7 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 high MUFA and average PUFA.
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 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Velveeta Pigs in a Blanket has been given a composite ranking of 11, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 43% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.31 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 3.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 6.9 IU | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.31 mg | 20.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.63 mg | 36.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.8 mg | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 132.5 mcg | 33.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 93.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.63 mcg | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.63 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 207.8 mg | 20.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 2.8 mg | 15.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 20.6 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 0.31 mg | 0.03% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 220.9 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 1066.1 mg | 44.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.31 mg | 15.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 22.8 mcg | 32.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 13.8% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 10.5% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 6.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 14.6 g | 29.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0.6 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 17.8 g | 27.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 41.7% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 3.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1240 Calories from Fat 512
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 56.9 g 87.5%
Saturated Fat 26.7 g 133.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 235.7 mg 78.6%
Sodium 3411.6 mg 142.2%
Total Carbohydrates 132.4 g 44.1%
Dietary Fiber 8.4 g33.6%
Sugars 20.9 g
Protein 46.7 g 93.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C
Calcium 66.5% Iron 50%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 479
Protein 11.3 g | Carbs 35 g | Fat 33.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 9
Protein 0.35 g | Carbs 0.31 g | Fat 0.71 g
Per Serving | Calories 234
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 45 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 96
Protein 10 g | Carbs 2 g | Fat 5 g