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Barbecued Meatballs Recipe

Barbecued Meatballs has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 29g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and 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 bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 24 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and average in trans fats.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Barbecued Meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 8, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80 mg8%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium530 mg15.1%
Sodium1310 mg54.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate29 g9.7%
Dietary Fiber1 g4%
Sugars18 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein24 g48%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19 g29.2%
Saturated Fat7 g35%
Total Trans Fatty Acids1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 390 Calories from Fat 170

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19 g 29.2%

Saturated Fat 7 g 35%

Trans Fat 1 g

Cholesterol 125 mg 41.7%

Sodium 1310 mg 54.6%

Total Carbohydrates 29 g 9.7%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 18 g

Protein 24 g 48%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 8% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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