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Heirloom Tomato Chow Chow Recipe

Heirloom Tomato Chow Chow has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 69g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very 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. Its sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 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.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Heirloom Tomato Chow Chow has been given a composite ranking of 49, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs89%

Why this is good for you

  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A35 IU0.7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium83 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron2 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Potassium812 mg23.2%Top 10%Very High
Sodium24 mg1%Bottom 30%Low

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate69 g23%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber4 g16%Top 30%High
Sugars59 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein4 g8%Mid 40%Average

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2 g3.1%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.15 g0.75%Bottom 30%Low
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 312 Calories from Fat 16

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2 g 3.1%

Saturated Fat 0.15 g 0.75%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 24 mg 1%

Total Carbohydrates 69 g 23%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 59 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A 0.7% Vitamin C

Calcium 8.3% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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