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Dark Chocolate Protein Bars - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Dark Chocolate Protein Bars Recipe

Dark Chocolate Protein Bars has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 15.3g 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 5.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 27, for Dark Chocolate Protein Bars, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein13%
 Calories from Fat53%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8.1 IU0.2%Mid 40%Average
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C2.7 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin5.4 mg27%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate40.5 mcg10.1%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium110.8 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Iron2.7 mg15%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium173 mg43.2%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus318.9 mg31.9%Top 10%Very High
Potassium708.1 mg20.2%Top 10%Very High
Sodium231.4 mg9.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc2.7 mg18%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese2.7 mg135.1%Top 10%Very High
Selenium5.4 mcg7.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41.4 g13.8%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber9.7 g38.9%Top 10%Very High
Starch2.7 g
Sugars23.5 g
Sucrose10.8 mg
Glucose5.4 mg
Fructose5.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.7 g31.4%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine2.7 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid2.7 mg
Glutamic Acid2.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat28.9 g44.5%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat5.1 g25.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat16.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat8.1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water10.8 g
Ash2.7 g
Caffeine27 mg
Theobromine237.8 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164 Calories from Fat 97

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.7 g 16.5%

Saturated Fat 1.9 g 9.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 85.6 mg 3.6%

Total Carbohydrates 15.3 g 5.1%

Dietary Fiber 3.6 g14.4%

Sugars 8.7 g

Protein 5.8 g 11.6%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 4.1% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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