100-calorie chex mix has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.
The food contains 13.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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 bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 1.6 gms of protein, it is low 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. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.91 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 81, for 100-calorie chex mix, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 6% | |
Calories from Fat | 41% | |
Calories from Carbs | 53% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 500 IU | 10% | ||
Vitamin C | 2.5 mg | 4.2% | ||
Vitamin D | 8.4 IU | 2.1% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.38 mg | 1.3% | ||
Thiamin | 0.21 mg | 13.9% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.23 mg | 13.8% | ||
Niacin | 2.7 mg | 13.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.26 mg | 13% | ||
Folate | 106.4 mcg | 26.6% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.77 mcg | 12.8% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.06 mg | 0.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 28 mg | 2.8% | ||
Iron | 3.9 mg | 21.7% | ||
Magnesium | 12.8 mg | 3.2% | ||
Phosphorus | 29 mg | 2.9% | ||
Potassium | 36.2 mg | 1% | ||
Sodium | 302.5 mg | 12.6% | ||
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.6% | ||
Copper | 0.11 mg | 5.3% | ||
Manganese | 0.25 mg | 12.7% | ||
Selenium | 1.5 mcg | 2.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 4.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1.6% | ||
Sugars | 1.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 1.6 g | 3.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.6 g | 7.1% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.6 g 7.1%
Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 302.5 mg 12.6%
Total Carbohydrates 13.5 g 4.5%
Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%
Sugars 1.7 g
Protein 1.6 g 3.2%
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 4.2%
Calcium 2.8% Iron 21.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 166
Protein 6 g | Carbs 17.3 g | Fat 9.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 204
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 39.8 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 459
Protein 28.6 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 15.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 183
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 17.4 g | Fat 12.4 g