Chex - Chex Cereal Corn has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 78.61g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and average 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 6.05 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 low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
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 24.19 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.
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 70, for Chex - Chex Cereal Corn, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 7% | |
Calories from Fat | 4% | |
Calories from Carbs | 89% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1511.7 IU | 30.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 18.1 mg | 30.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 120.9 IU | 30.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Thiamin | 1.1 mg | 75.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.3 mg | 75.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 15.1 mg | 75.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 3 mcg | 50.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 302.3 mg | 30.2% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 24.2 mg | 134.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 24.2 mg | 6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 120.9 mg | 12.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 181.4 mg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 725.6 mg | 30.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 9.1 mg | 60.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 78.6 g | 26.2% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 6 g | 24.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 9.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 6 g | 12.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5 g 0.77%
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 240 mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 26 g 8.7%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 3 g
Protein 2 g 4%
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 10% Iron 44.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 212
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 0.88 g
Per 100g | Calories 323
Protein 6 g | Carbs 78.6 g | Fat 3 g
Per 100g | Calories 353
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 81.1 g | Fat 5.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 383
Protein 7 g | Carbs 80.1 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 358
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 82.4 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 383
Protein 6.4 g | Carbs 83 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 323
Protein 6 g | Carbs 78.6 g | Fat 3 g
Per 100g | Calories 370
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 84.2 g | Fat 1.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 358
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 82.4 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 383
Protein 6.4 g | Carbs 83 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 323
Protein 6 g | Carbs 78.6 g | Fat 3 g
Per 100g | Calories 370
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 84.2 g | Fat 1.7 g