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Mountainous Mandarin Pie Recipe

Mountainous Mandarin Pie has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 63g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very 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 very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 11 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of 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 very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

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.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mountainous Mandarin Pie has been given a composite ranking of 26, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs45%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C42 mg70%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium300 mg30%
Iron0.72 mg4%
Potassium620 mg17.7%
Sodium250 mg10.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate63 g21%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars60 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11 g22%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat30 g46.2%
Saturated Fat18 g90%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 550 Calories from Fat 270

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30 g 46.2%

Saturated Fat 18 g 90%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 75 mg 25%

Sodium 250 mg 10.4%

Total Carbohydrates 63 g 21%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 60 g

Protein 11 g 22%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 70%

Calcium 30% Iron 4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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