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Chicken tamales nutrition label, ingredients and packaging
HIGH SCORE

Not Vegan

Contains 'chicken'

Health ScoreExcellent
85/100
Calories
212
Sugar
0gZero Sugar!
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Clean Ingredients List

We found no high-risk synthetic additives.

Full Ingredients List:

Masa: Water, white corn, lard, salt, paprika, chili pepper, garlic, spices. Filling: Chicken, tomatillos, lard, chicken broth, salt, jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, corn, corn starch, cumin, jalapeño powder, garlic powder, black pepper, cloves.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (11.8g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (4.12g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (0g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (1.71g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Sugar Free

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Chicken tamales truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 85/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

✅ Ingredient Quality: Clean Label

A major advantage of Chicken tamales is what it doesn't contain. Our scan found no high-risk synthetic dyes (like Red 40), artificial preservatives, or controversial sweeteners. This "Clean Label" status significantly boosts its health rating.

Sugar & Metabolic Impact

Impressively, this is a Zero Sugar product. This makes it an excellent candidate for Keto diets, diabetics, or anyone looking to reduce caloric intake without sacrificing flavor.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Chicken tamales achieves a CakeID Score of 85/100.

Highly Recommended: This is a top-tier choice that balances convenience with excellent nutritional value.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 1.7g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken tamales healthy?
Yes. With a score of 85/100, Chicken tamales is considered a healthy option with a clean ingredient profile.
Is Chicken tamales Vegan?
No. Contains 'chicken'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
212
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12g15%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 19g7%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 7g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 212 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

21
Run
27
Cycle
53
Walk

Sugar Visualization

Sugar Free

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~0 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.