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Carrot Fritters Recipe

Carrot Fritters has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 36.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5.58 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Carrot Fritters has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat70%
 Calories from Carbs24%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Thiamin
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A15400 IU308%
Vitamin C16.2 mg27%
Thiamin0.44 mg29%
Niacin6.8 mg34%
Vitamin B60.24 mg12%
Folate260 mcg65%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron5.6 mg31%
Magnesium48 mg12%
Potassium454 mg13%
Sodium647 mg27%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate36.5 g12.2%
Dietary Fiber4.6 g18.4%
Sugars7.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.3 g16.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat47.1 g72.5%
Saturated Fat6.5 g32.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 592 Calories from Fat 424

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 47.1 g 72.5%

Saturated Fat 6.5 g 32.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 106 mg 35.3%

Sodium 647 mg 27%

Total Carbohydrates 36.5 g 12.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.4%

Sugars 7.1 g

Protein 8.3 g 16.6%

Vitamin A 308% Vitamin C 27%

Calcium 10% Iron 31%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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