Ghirardelli Chocolate - Chocolate Baking Bar, Semi-Sweet Chocolate has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
The food contains 45.86g 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. With 3.53 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 4.76 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Ghirardelli Chocolate - Chocolate Baking Bar, Semi-Sweet Chocolate has been given a composite ranking of 22, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 3% | |
Calories from Fat | 53% | |
Calories from Carbs | 44% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 35.3 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 4.8 mg | 26.5% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 15.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 21.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 35.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 3.5 g | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 24.7 g | 38% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210 Calories from Fat 130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14 g 21.5%
Saturated Fat 8 g 40%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%
Sodium 0 mg
Total Carbohydrates 26 g 8.7%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 20 g
Protein 2 g 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 2% Iron 15%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 588
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 51.7 g | Fat 37.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 406
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 51.1 g | Fat 15.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 406
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 24.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 424
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 57.7 g | Fat 18.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 438
Protein 4 g | Carbs 53.7 g | Fat 23.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 408
Protein 0 g | Carbs 98 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 406
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 45.9 g | Fat 24.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 494
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 56.4 g | Fat 28.2 g