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Alton Brown Meatballs Recipe

Alton Brown Meatballs has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Alton Brown Meatballs has been given a composite ranking of 26, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs12%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A30 IU0.6%
Vitamin C0.18 mg0.3%
Vitamin D2 IU0.5%
Vitamin E0.1 mg0.33%
Thiamin0.13 mg8.8%
Riboflavin0.11 mg6.5%
Niacin2.1 mg10.3%
Vitamin B60.12 mg6.1%
Folate9.6 mcg2.4%
Vitamin B120.48 mcg8%
Pantothenic Acid0.29 mg2.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium15 mg1.5%
Iron0.7 mg3.9%
Magnesium9.6 mg2.4%
Phosphorus76 mg7.6%
Potassium117.2 mg3.3%
Sodium104 mg4.3%
Zinc1.3 mg8.5%
Copper0.03 mg1.7%
Manganese0.05 mg2.5%
Selenium9.1 mcg13%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate3 g1%
Dietary Fiber0.2 g0.8%
Sugars0.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.3 g16.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.8 g8.9%
Saturated Fat2.2 g11%
Monounsaturated Fat2.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 100 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.8 g 8.9%

Saturated Fat 2.2 g 11%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 44.4 mg 14.8%

Sodium 104 mg 4.3%

Total Carbohydrates 3 g 1%

Dietary Fiber 0.2 g0.8%

Sugars 0.2 g

Protein 8.3 g 16.6%

Vitamin A 0.6% Vitamin C 0.3%

Calcium 1.5% Iron 3.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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