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Crab and Cheddar Fondue Recipe

Crab and Cheddar Fondue has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin A.

The food contains 15g 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 32.5 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Crab and Cheddar Fondue has been given a composite ranking of 25, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein27%
 Calories from Fat60%
 Calories from Carbs13%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1315 IU26.3%
Vitamin C3.8 mg6.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.03 mg2.1%
Riboflavin0.02 mg1.2%
Niacin0.24 mg1.2%
Vitamin B60 mg0.2%
Folate7.6 mcg1.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.02 mg0.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium813 mg81.3%
Iron0.4 mg2.2%
Magnesium1.2 mg0.3%
Phosphorus4 mg0.4%
Potassium9 mg0.3%
Sodium1 mg0%
Zinc0.03 mg0.2%
Copper0.01 mg0.3%
Manganese0.03 mg1.4%
Selenium1.3 mcg1.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15 g5%
Dietary Fiber0.1 g0.4%
Sugars0.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein32.5 g65%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat31.6 g48.6%
Saturated Fat17.2 g86%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 508 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 31.6 g 48.6%

Saturated Fat 17.2 g 86%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 97.5 mg 32.5%

Sodium 1 mg 0%

Total Carbohydrates 15 g 5%

Dietary Fiber 0.1 g0.4%

Sugars 0.4 g

Protein 32.5 g 65%

Vitamin A 26.3% Vitamin C 6.4%

Calcium 81.3% Iron 2.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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