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Asparagus Wrapped in Bacon Recipe

Asparagus Wrapped in Bacon has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 4.8g 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 6.6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. 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 Asparagus Wrapped in Bacon has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat75%
 Calories from Carbs10%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol1 mcg
Vitamin C9 mg15%Top 30%High
Vitamin D8 IU2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2 mg10%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate169 mcg42.3%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium27 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Iron1 mg5.6%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium17 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus84 mg8.4%Mid 40%Average
Potassium279 mg8%Top 30%High
Sodium299.1 mg12.5%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1 mg6.7%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium9 mcg12.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.8 g1.6%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.8%Top 30%High
Sugars1.4 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6.6 g13.2%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 Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid0 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15.5 g23.8%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat5.1 g25.5%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 181 Calories from Fat 140

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15.5 g 23.8%

Saturated Fat 5.1 g 25.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 23.1 mg 7.7%

Sodium 299.1 mg 12.5%

Total Carbohydrates 4.8 g 1.6%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 6.6 g 13.2%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 2.7% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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