Equal Exchange - Organic Milk Chocolate Bars has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.
The food contains 47.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and very 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 sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable 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 very 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 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Dessert.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Equal Exchange - Organic Milk Chocolate Bars has been given a composite ranking of 4, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 7% | |
Calories from Fat | 61% | |
Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 250 mg | 25% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 100 mg | 4.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 15.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 10% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 42.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 10 g | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 40 g | 61.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16 g 24.6%
Saturated Fat 9 g 45%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 12 mg 4%
Sodium 40 mg 1.7%
Total Carbohydrates 19 g 6.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 17 g
Protein 4 g 8%
Vitamin A Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 10% Iron 10%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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