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Choco-Ginger Snowballs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Choco-Ginger Snowballs Recipe

Choco-Ginger Snowballs has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 25.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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. With 5.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Choco-Ginger Snowballs has been given a composite ranking of 3, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat64%
 Calories from Carbs30%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A261.7 IU5.2%Top 30%High
Retinol70 mcg
Vitamin C1.7 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D6.7 IU1.7%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.7 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate21.7 mcg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid5 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium108.3 mg10.8%Top 30%High
Iron6.7 mg37%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium121.7 mg30.4%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus236.7 mg23.7%Top 10%Very High
Potassium460 mg13.1%Top 10%Very High
Sodium211.5 mg8.8%Mid 40%Average
Zinc3.3 mg22.2%Top 10%Very High
Copper1.7 mg83.3%Top 10%Very High
Manganese1.7 mg83.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium11.7 mcg16.7%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate42.8 g14.3%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber9.2 g36.7%Top 10%Very High
Sugars21.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.8 g17.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid1.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat40.3 g62.1%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat27.7 g138.3%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat8.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine21.7 mg
Theobromine360 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 308 Calories from Fat 218

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.2 g 37.2%

Saturated Fat 16.6 g 83%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 15.1 mg 5%

Sodium 126.9 mg 5.3%

Total Carbohydrates 25.7 g 8.6%

Dietary Fiber 5.5 g22%

Sugars 12.7 g

Protein 5.3 g 10.6%

Vitamin A 3.1% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 6.5% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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