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Creamy Vegetables in Pastry Shells Recipe

Creamy Vegetables in Pastry Shells has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 30.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 7.4 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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 Creamy Vegetables in Pastry Shells has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs41%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3850 IU77%
Vitamin C7.8 mg13%
Thiamin0.15 mg10%
Niacin2.2 mg11%
Vitamin B60.1 mg5%
Folate52 mcg13%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium40 mg4%
Iron1.3 mg7%
Magnesium28 mg7%
Potassium181 mg5.2%
Sodium628 mg26.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.5 g10.2%
Dietary Fiber4.8 g19.2%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.4 g14.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16.1 g24.8%
Saturated Fat4.4 g22%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 286 Calories from Fat 145

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16.1 g 24.8%

Saturated Fat 4.4 g 22%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3 mg 1%

Sodium 628 mg 26.2%

Total Carbohydrates 30.5 g 10.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 7.4 g 14.8%

Vitamin A 77% Vitamin C 13%

Calcium 4% Iron 7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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