Ensure - Ensure has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 17.64g 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 3.97 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 low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
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. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 94, for Ensure - Ensure, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 22% | |
Calories from Carbs | 64% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 551.2 IU | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin C | 13.2 mg | 22% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 44.1 IU | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin E | 3.3 mg | 11% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Vitamin K | 8.8 mcg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.22 mg | 14.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Riboflavin | 0.22 mg | 13.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Niacin | 2.2 mg | 11% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Vitamin B6 | 0.22 mg | 11.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folate | 44.1 mcg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B12 | 0.66 mcg | 10.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Pantothenic Acid | 1.1 mg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 132.3 mg | 13.2% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2 mg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 44.1 mg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 110.2 mg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 180.8 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 88.2 mg | 3.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 1.6 mg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0.22 mg | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
Manganese | 0.53 mg | 26.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 7.7 mcg | 11% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.44 g | 1.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 7.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4 g | 7.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 2.6 g | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.22 g | 1.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6 g 9.2%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%
Sodium 200 mg 8.3%
Total Carbohydrates 40 g 13.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 18 g
Protein 9 g 18%
Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 30% Iron 25.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 69
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 13.8 g | Fat 0.59 g
Per 100g | Calories 65
Protein 0.3 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 1.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 51
Protein 0.59 g | Carbs 11.5 g | Fat 0.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 89
Protein 3 g | Carbs 11.3 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 375
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 65 g | Fat 7.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 101
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 13.7 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 383
Protein 15 g | Carbs 58.3 g | Fat 10 g
Per 100g | Calories 159
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 22 g | Fat 4.8 g