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Lemon Orange Meringue - Gluten Free Recipe

Lemon Orange Meringue - Gluten Free has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 37.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. With 6.4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Lemon Orange Meringue - Gluten Free has been given a composite ranking of 16, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat28%
 Calories from Carbs61%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A253.7 IU5.1%Top 30%High
Retinol50.7 mcg
Vitamin C21.6 mg36.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D23.1 IU5.8%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate28.4 mcg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.75 mg7.5%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium34.3 mg3.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron0.75 mg4.1%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium20.1 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus82.8 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Potassium152.2 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Sodium95.4 mg4%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.75 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium9 mcg12.8%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.3 g9.4%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber0.75 g3%Mid 40%Average
Sugars26.3 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4.8 g9.6%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid0.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.8 g9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 242 Calories from Fat 70

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.8 g 12%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 161.1 mg 53.7%

Sodium 127.9 mg 5.3%

Total Carbohydrates 37.9 g 12.6%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 35.2 g

Protein 6.4 g 12.8%

Vitamin A 6.8% Vitamin C 48.3%

Calcium 4.6% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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