Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, GOLDEN PUFFS [Golden Puffs] has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 89.72g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very 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 very high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.77 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 low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 gives a good yield of Iron at 7.92 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
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 49, for Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, GOLDEN PUFFS [Golden Puffs], and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 6% | |
Calories from Fat | 2% | |
Calories from Carbs | 92% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 4022.9 IU | 80.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 1206.1 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 1206.1 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 2 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 94 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 27.6 mg | 46% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 151 IU | 37.8% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin E | 0.43 mg | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin K | 1.1 mcg | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.7 mg | 116% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 2.2 mg | 127.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 25.2 mg | 125.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 2.1 mg | 103.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 445 mcg | 111.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Food Folate | 13 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 432 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 747.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 6.7 mcg | 111.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.32 mg | 3.2% | Top 30% | High |
Choline | 14.4 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 11 mg | 1.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 46 mg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 140 mg | 14% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 154 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 176 mg | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 7.3 mg | 48.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.17 mg | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
Manganese | 0.85 mg | 42.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 27.2 mcg | 38.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 29.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Starch | 21.4 g | |||
Sugars | 51.3 g | |||
Sucrose | 35447.1 mg | |||
Glucose | 8250.6 mg | |||
Fructose | 3130.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 4510.3 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 5.8 g | 11.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 123 mg | |||
Threonine | 174 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 204 mg | |||
Leucine | 429 mg | |||
Lysine | 51 mg | |||
Methionine | 92 mg | |||
Cystine | 51 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 317 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 143 mg | |||
Valine | 245 mg | |||
Arginine | 123 mg | |||
Histidine | 143 mg | |||
Alanine | 204 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 266 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2197.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 215 mg | |||
Proline | 440 mg | |||
Serine | 307 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.89 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.16 g | 0.81% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Monoenoic Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Polyenoic Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 22 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 328.1 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 2.8 g | |||
Ash | 0.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 397 Calories from Fat 8
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.89 g 1.4%
Saturated Fat 0.16 g 0.81%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 176 mg 7.3%
Total Carbohydrates 89.7 g 29.9%
Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%
Sugars 51.3 g
Protein 5.8 g 11.5%
Vitamin A 80.5% Vitamin C 46%
Calcium 1.1% Iron 44%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 380
Protein 6.5 g | Carbs 87.7 g | Fat 0.35 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 87.3 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 361
Protein 9 g | Carbs 76.9 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 396
Protein 15.6 g | Carbs 78.8 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 480
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 48 g | Fat 28.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 407
Protein 7.4 g | Carbs 88.9 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 402
Protein 7.3 g | Carbs 87.8 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 390
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 81.5 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 87.3 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 396
Protein 3.7 g | Carbs 89.5 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 410
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 82.5 g | Fat 5.7 g