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BREAKSTONE'S Classic Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

BREAKSTONE'S Classic Cheesy Potatoes has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 34g 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 10 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing BREAKSTONE'S Classic Cheesy Potatoes has been given a composite ranking of 53, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat56%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A500 IU10%
Vitamin C9 mg15%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium200 mg20%
Iron1.4 mg8%
Potassium540 mg15.4%
Sodium630 mg26.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34 g11.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10 g20%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat25 g38.5%
Saturated Fat10 g50%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 400 Calories from Fat 230

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25 g 38.5%

Saturated Fat 10 g 50%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 35 mg 11.7%

Sodium 630 mg 26.3%

Total Carbohydrates 34 g 11.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 10 g 20%

Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 20% Iron 8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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