Boost - High Protein Chocolate has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 33g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15 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 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 average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
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 4.5 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 high 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 86, for Boost - High Protein Chocolate, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 22% | |
Calories from Carbs | 54% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1000 IU | 20% | ||
Vitamin C | 60 mg | 100% | ||
Vitamin D | 80 IU | 20% | ||
Vitamin E | 20 mg | 66.7% | ||
Vitamin K | 32 mcg | 40% | ||
Thiamin | 0.38 mg | 25.3% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.42 mg | 24.7% | ||
Niacin | 5 mg | 25% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.7 mg | 35% | ||
Folic Acid | 120 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 2.1 mcg | 35% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 2.5 mg | 25% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 350 mg | 35% | ||
Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | ||
Magnesium | 100 mg | 25% | ||
Phosphorus | 300 mg | 30% | ||
Potassium | 450 mg | 12.9% | ||
Sodium | 200 mg | 8.3% | ||
Zinc | 4.5 mg | 30% | ||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 17.5 mcg | 25% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 33 g | 11% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 27 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 15 g | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 6 g | 9.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240 Calories from Fat 50
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6 g 9.2%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%
Sodium 200 mg 8.3%
Total Carbohydrates 33 g 11%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 27 g
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 35% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 233
Protein 36 g | Carbs 18 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 90
Protein 10 g | Carbs 7 g | Fat 3 g
Per 100g | Calories 190
Protein 15 g | Carbs 24 g | Fat 5 g
Per 100g | Calories 120
Protein 24.3 g | Carbs 2 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 87
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 17.8 g | Fat 1.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 106
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 14.6 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 240
Protein 15 g | Carbs 33 g | Fat 6 g
Per 100g | Calories 84
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 7.1 g | Fat 3.1 g