VEGETABLE SHORTENING
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% |
About VEGETABLE SHORTENING
This product is a vegetable shortening, a solid fat used in baking and cooking. It is made from a blend of soybean, palm, and hydrogenated palm oils, with added mono and diglycerides for emulsification and TBHQ and citric acid as preservatives. Nutritionally, it is very high in fat, providing 917 calories and 100 grams of fat per 100-gram serving, with no protein or carbohydrates. Due to its high fat content, particularly saturated fat from palm oil, it should be used sparingly as part of a balanced diet that emphasizes whole, unprocessed foods.
Ingredients
SOYBEAN OIL, HYDROGENATED PALM OIL, PALM OIL, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, TBHQ AND CITRIC ACID TO HELP PROTECT FLAVOR.
Dietary Information
VEGETABLE SHORTENING is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 917 calories per 100 grams, VEGETABLE SHORTENING gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 98% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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