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Cheddar and Bacon Spinach Dip Recipe

Cheddar and Bacon Spinach Dip has a high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 17.6g 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 12.1 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cheddar and Bacon Spinach Dip has been given a composite ranking of 27, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat73%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2.9 IU0.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol109.4 mcg
Vitamin C3.6 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D12.2 IU3.1%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.72 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate49.6 mcg12.4%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.72 mg7.2%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium220.9 mg22.1%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.72 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium37.4 mg9.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus183.5 mg18.3%Top 30%High
Potassium301.4 mg8.6%Top 30%High
Sodium399.5 mg16.6%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium7.2 mcg10.3%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.7 g4.2%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.5%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.7 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.7 g17.4%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid1.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat25 g38.5%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat10.9 g54.7%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat6.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat4.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 424 Calories from Fat 314

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 34.8 g 53.5%

Saturated Fat 15.2 g 76%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 65.9 mg 22%

Sodium 555.3 mg 23.1%

Total Carbohydrates 17.6 g 5.9%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 3.7 g

Protein 12.1 g 24.2%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 8.3%

Calcium 30.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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