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100-calorie chex mix - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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100-calorie chex mix Recipe

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Iron
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A500 IU10%
Vitamin C2.5 mg4.2%
Vitamin D8.4 IU2.1%
Vitamin E0.38 mg1.3%
Thiamin0.21 mg13.9%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.8%
Niacin2.7 mg13.4%
Vitamin B60.26 mg13%
Folate106.4 mcg26.6%
Vitamin B120.77 mcg12.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.06 mg0.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28 mg2.8%
Iron3.9 mg21.7%
Magnesium12.8 mg3.2%
Phosphorus29 mg2.9%
Potassium36.2 mg1%
Sodium302.5 mg12.6%
Zinc1.1 mg7.6%
Copper0.11 mg5.3%
Manganese0.25 mg12.7%
Selenium1.5 mcg2.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.5 g4.5%
Dietary Fiber0.4 g1.6%
Sugars1.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.6 g3.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.6 g7.1%
Saturated Fat0.8 g4%
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

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

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=832422 Embed Table:

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