Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Farina Hot Wheat Cereal, Dry has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 74.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 13.3 gms of protein, it is high 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. 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.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 39.6 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 low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
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 79, for Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Farina Hot Wheat Cereal, Dry, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 3% | |
Calories from Carbs | 82% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 100 IU | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin C | 1 mg | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.7 mg | 111.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.97 mg | 57.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 13 mg | 65% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 1.9 mg | 92.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 989.9 mcg | 247.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Food Folate | 28 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 962 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 1663 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 377 mg | 37.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 39.6 mg | 220% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 140 mg | 4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 10 mg | 0.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 24.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 15.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 13.3 g | 26.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.31 g | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362 Calories from Fat 12
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3 g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.31 g 1.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%
Sodium 10 mg 0.4%
Total Carbohydrates 74.3 g 24.8%
Dietary Fiber 3.9 g15.6%
Sugars 0.7 g
Protein 13.3 g 26.6%
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 37.7% Iron 220%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 80.8 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 361
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 75.6 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 404
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 74.6 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 340
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 77.8 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 363
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 69.5 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 385
Protein 9.1 g | Carbs 83.9 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 443
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 80 g | Fat 11.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 361
Protein 9 g | Carbs 76.9 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 377
Protein 8 g | Carbs 84.5 g | Fat 0.75 g
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 80.8 g | Fat 2.5 g