Small Lite Hot Chocolate w/ Milk Chocolate, Skim Milk, and whip

Caribou Coffee - Small Lite Hot Chocolate w/ Milk Chocolate, Skim Milk, and whip has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 26g 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 10 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Caribou Coffee - Small Lite Hot Chocolate w/ Milk Chocolate, Skim Milk, and whip has been given a composite ranking of 61, and in moderation.