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Marinated Green Olives with Oregano Recipe

Marinated Green Olives with Oregano has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and low-protein content.

The food contains 17g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 1 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average 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 Marinated Green Olives with Oregano has been given a composite ranking of 63, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein2%
 Calories from Fat69%
 Calories from Carbs29%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A300 IU6%
Vitamin C12 mg20%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium100 mg10%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium310 mg8.9%
Sodium1020 mg42.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate17 g5.7%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1 g2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18 g27.7%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 220 Calories from Fat 160

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18 g 27.7%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1020 mg 42.5%

Total Carbohydrates 17 g 5.7%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 9 g

Protein 1 g 2%

Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 20%

Calcium 10% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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