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Viva la Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Viva la Chicken Recipe

Viva la Chicken has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Niacin.

The food contains 18.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 31.9 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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".

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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. 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 40, for Viva la Chicken, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein41%
 Calories from Fat36%
 Calories from Carbs24%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A315 IU6.3%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%
Vitamin D2.4 IU0.6%
Vitamin E0.56 mg1.9%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.2%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.6%
Niacin12.4 mg62.1%
Vitamin B60.63 mg31.3%
Folate13.2 mcg3.3%
Vitamin B120.62 mcg10.4%
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium189 mg18.9%
Iron2 mg11.3%
Magnesium58 mg14.5%
Phosphorus431 mg43.1%
Potassium440 mg12.6%
Sodium874.3 mg36.4%
Zinc2 mg13.5%
Copper0.22 mg11.2%
Manganese0.27 mg13.5%
Selenium23.8 mcg34%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.6 g6.2%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars0.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein31.9 g63.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.4 g19.1%
Saturated Fat5.6 g28%
Monounsaturated Fat3.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 317 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.4 g 19.1%

Saturated Fat 5.6 g 28%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 78.5 mg 26.2%

Sodium 874.3 mg 36.4%

Total Carbohydrates 18.6 g 6.2%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 0.5 g

Protein 31.9 g 63.8%

Vitamin A 6.3% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 18.9% Iron 11.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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