Asparagus, Ham, and Cheese Melts has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron and Vitamin A.
The food contains 40g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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 Asparagus, Ham, and Cheese Melts has been given a composite ranking of 44, and in moderation.
| Calories from Protein | 20% | |
| Calories from Fat | 48% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 33% |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 350 mg | 35% | ||
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | ||
| Potassium | 480 mg | 13.7% | ||
| Sodium | 1600 mg | 66.7% |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 40 g | 13.3% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
| Sugars | 6 g |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 26 g | 40% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 9 g | 45% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480 Calories from Fat 230
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26 g 40%
Saturated Fat 9 g 45%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 70 mg 23.3%
Sodium 1600 mg 66.7%
Total Carbohydrates 40 g 13.3%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 24 g 48%
Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 15%
Calcium 35% Iron 30%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet