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Cilantro lemon Swai Recipe

Cilantro lemon Swai has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 4.7g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 24.3 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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".

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.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cilantro lemon Swai has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein47%
 Calories from Fat44%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A25 IU0.5%
Vitamin C22.3 mg37.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.06 mg0.2%
Thiamin0.02 mg1.5%
Riboflavin0.02 mg1.1%
Niacin0.1 mg0.5%
Vitamin B60.05 mg2.7%
Folate4.8 mcg1.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.1 mg1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium21 mg2.1%
Iron0.27 mg1.5%
Magnesium5.2 mg1.3%
Phosphorus11 mg1.1%
Potassium105.5 mg3%
Sodium114.1 mg4.8%
Zinc0.08 mg0.5%
Copper0.09 mg4.3%
Manganese0.03 mg1.6%
Selenium0.14 mcg0.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate4.7 g1.6%
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.4%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein24.3 g48.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.3 g15.8%
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 205 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.3 g 15.8%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 62.2 mg 20.7%

Sodium 114.1 mg 4.8%

Total Carbohydrates 4.7 g 1.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 24.3 g 48.6%

Vitamin A 0.5% Vitamin C 37.1%

Calcium 2.1% Iron 1.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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