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Ww 8 Points - Cashew Chicken - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Ww 8 Points - Cashew Chicken Recipe

Ww 8 Points - Cashew Chicken has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Niacin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 52.1g 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. With 35.1 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.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Ww 8 Points - Cashew Chicken has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein32%
 Calories from Fat21%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A29.6 IU0.6%Mid 40%Average
Retinol2.2 mcg
Vitamin C1.5 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.3 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.5 mg17.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.22 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Folate19.6 mcg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid11.3 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.65 mg6.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium9.6 mg1%Bottom 30%Low
Iron0.65 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium20.7 mg5.2%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus97.4 mg9.7%Mid 40%Average
Potassium0.22 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium230.2 mg9.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.65 mg4.4%Mid 40%Average
Copper0.22 mg10.9%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.22 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Selenium10 mcg14.3%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.4 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.87 g3.5%Mid 40%Average
Starch0 g
Sugars1.3 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.6 g15.3%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.2 mg
Isoleucine0.2 mg
Leucine0.2 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.2 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.2 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0.2 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.2 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.46 g2.3%Bottom 30%Low
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water77.8 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 443 Calories from Fat 93

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.4 g 16%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 65.8 mg 21.9%

Sodium 1056.8 mg 44%

Total Carbohydrates 52.1 g 17.4%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 5.8 g

Protein 35.1 g 70.2%

Vitamin A 2.7% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 4.4% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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