Butternut Corn Chowder Recipe
Butternut Corn Chowder has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.
The food contains 20.4g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.8 gms of protein, it is average 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 low 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 85, for Butternut Corn Chowder, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 17% | |
| Calories from Fat | 21% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 61% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Vitamin A
- Very low in Cholesterol
- Low in Saturated Fat
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 3720 IU | 74.4% | ||
| Vitamin C | 10 mg | 16.7% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.06 mg | 0.2% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.18 mg | 11.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg | 10% | ||
| Niacin | 3 mg | 14.9% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 8.1% | ||
| Folate | 34 mcg | 8.5% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.13 mcg | 2.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.58 mg | 5.8% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 40 mg | 4% | ||
| Iron | 0.74 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Magnesium | 36 mg | 9% | ||
| Phosphorus | 111 mg | 11.1% | ||
| Potassium | 412.5 mg | 11.8% | ||
| Sodium | 220.3 mg | 9.2% | ||
| Zinc | 0.62 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 5.7% | ||
| Manganese | 0.15 mg | 7.5% | ||
| Selenium | 3.8 mcg | 5.4% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.4 g | 6.8% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 12% | ||
| Sugars | 5 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 5.8 g | 11.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4.8% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.1 g 4.8%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 5.9 mg 2%
Sodium 220.3 mg 9.2%
Total Carbohydrates 20.4 g 6.8%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 5.8 g 11.6%
Vitamin A 74.4% Vitamin C 16.7%
Calcium 4% Iron 4.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
