Doughnuts, yeast-leavened, glazed, enriched (includes honey buns)

Doughnuts, yeast-leavened, glazed, enriched (includes honey buns) has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.

The food contains 50.77g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 6.15 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.85 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Doughnuts, yeast-leavened, glazed, enriched (includes honey buns) has been given a composite ranking of 39, and in moderation.