Macro Breakdown
Glycemic Impact
| Glycemic Index | 0 (Low) |
| Glycemic Load | 0 |
| Insulin Index | 52 |
Health Scores (0-10)
Complete Nutrient Profile
| Nutrient | Amount / 100g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Kcal | 208.0 kcal | 10% DV |
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% DV |
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% DV |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% DV |
| Sodium | 59.0 mg | 3% DV |
| Calcium | 9.0 mg | 1% DV |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% DV |
| Magnesium | 27.0 mg | 6% DV |
| Phosphorus | 240.0 mg | 19% DV |
| Potassium | 363.0 mg | 8% DV |
| Zinc | 0.4 mg | 3% DV |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg | 38% DV |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.0 µg | 127% DV |
| Vitamin A | 13.0 µg | 1% DV |
| Vitamin E | 3.5 mg | 24% DV |
| Vitamin D | 11.0 µg | 55% DV |
| Selenium | 24.0 µg | 44% DV |
Amino Acid Profile
| Amino Acid | Amount / 100g |
|---|---|
| Tryptophan | 0.228g |
| Threonine | 0.894g |
| Isoleucine | 0.940g |
| Leucine | 1.658g |
| Lysine | 1.874g |
| Methionine | 0.604g |
| Cystine | 0.219g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.797g |
| Tyrosine | 0.689g |
| Valine | 1.051g |
| Arginine | 1.221g |
| Histidine | 0.601g |
| Alanine | 1.234g |
| Aspartic Acid | 2.089g |
| Glutamic Acid | 3.045g |
| Glycine | 0.979g |
| Proline | 0.721g |
| Serine | 0.832g |
Fatty Acid Breakdown
| Fatty Acid | Amount / 100g |
|---|---|
| saturated | 3.100g |
| monounsaturated | 5.100g |
| polyunsaturated | 4.400g |
| omega 3 | 2.500g |
| omega 6 | 0.700g |
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Health Condition Relevance
Testosterone Low
magnesium, vitamin d, selenium. Zinc for 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibition. Mg reduces SHBG. D3 activates Leydig cells. Boron si.
Hypothyroid
selenium, vitamin d. Thyroid hormone synthesis requires iodine + tyrosine for T4 structure, selenium for T4→T3 conversion.
Athletic Performance
protein, vitamin b12. Protein for MPS. Iron for O2 transport. B12 for RBC production. Nitrates→NO→vasodilation. Electrolyt.
Hormonal & Metabolic Impact
Cofactor for neurotransmitter synthesis (serotonin, dopamine, GABA). Supports progesterone production in luteal phase.
Leydig cells have VDR (vitamin D receptor). Vitamin D increases LH sensitivity → more T production. Also modulates aromatase.
Required for T4→T3 conversion (deiodinase enzyme). Selenoproteins protect Leydig cells from oxidative damage.
Dietary saturated fat and cholesterol are steroid hormone precursors. Low-fat diets reduce T by 10-15% in some studies.