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Beans on a Bun Recipe

Beans on a Bun has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 27.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 24.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 Beans on a Bun has been given a composite ranking of 25, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

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

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A403.9 IU8.1%Top 30%High
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C0.56 mg0.93%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.1 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.7 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate10 mcg2.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.56 mcg9.3%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.56 mg5.6%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium170 mg17%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.1 mg6.2%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium21.1 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus365.6 mg36.6%Top 10%Very High
Potassium331.7 mg9.5%Top 10%Very High
Sodium676.5 mg28.2%Top 10%Very High
Zinc3.3 mg22.2%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium7.8 mcg11.1%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.4 g5.1%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber2.4 g9.6%Top 30%High
Sugars7.2 g
Glucose1.1 mg
Fructose1.1 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.6 g27.2%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.1 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.8 g18.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat6.3 g31.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat2.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 390 Calories from Fat 190

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.2 g 32.6%

Saturated Fat 11.4 g 57%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 83.3 mg 27.8%

Sodium 1217.7 mg 50.7%

Total Carbohydrates 27.7 g 9.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.3 g17.2%

Sugars 13 g

Protein 24.5 g 49%

Vitamin A 14.5% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 30.6% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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