Post - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, KRAFT, POST Frosted ALPHA-BITS Cereal has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 83.49g 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. Its sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.5 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 8.44 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 56, for Post - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, KRAFT, POST Frosted ALPHA-BITS Cereal, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 8% | |
Calories from Fat | 9% | |
Calories from Carbs | 82% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2344.4 IU | 46.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 125 IU | 31.2% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 1.2 mg | 78% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.3 mg | 78.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 15.6 mg | 78.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 1.6 mg | 78% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 312 mcg | 78% | Top 10% | Very High |
Food Folate | 19 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 293 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 517 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 4.7 mcg | 78.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 30 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 8.4 mg | 46.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 78 mg | 19.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 208 mg | 20.8% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 194 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 661 mg | 27.5% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 4.7 mg | 31.3% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0.31 mg | 15.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 83.5 g | 27.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 16.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 39 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.1 g | 6.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 405 Calories from Fat 37
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1 g 6.3%
Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 661 mg 27.5%
Total Carbohydrates 83.5 g 27.8%
Dietary Fiber 4.1 g16.4%
Sugars 39 g
Protein 8.5 g 17%
Vitamin A 46.9% Vitamin C
Calcium 3% Iron 46.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 88.9 g | Fat 2.1 g
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Protein 12.7 g | Carbs 78.2 g | Fat 2.1 g
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Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 83.8 g | Fat 1.9 g
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Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 90.9 g | Fat 1.4 g
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Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 87.9 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 398
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 87.9 g | Fat 4.2 g
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Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 86.7 g | Fat 3.3 g
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Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 76.2 g | Fat 5.6 g
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Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 87.9 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 398
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 86.7 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 398
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 90.9 g | Fat 1.4 g