Nutritional Efficiency Report
Merguez is a very low-calorie food with moderate-protein content. At 10 kcal per 100g, it delivers 17g of protein — representing 680% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 680% and fats for 1170% of calories.
At 17g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.
With only 10 kcal per 100g, Merguez is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.
Protocol Compatibility
Ketosis Impact
At 17g carbs per 100g, it is better suited to carb-cycling or maintenance phases.
Thermic Effect (TEF)
With 17g protein per 100g, the thermic contribution is moderate. Pairing with higher-protein sources increases the overall TEF of your meal and supports lean mass retention.