Hostess - Twinkies Devils''s Food has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 60g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.22 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Hostess - Twinkies Devils''s Food has been given a composite ranking of 25, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 2% | |
Calories from Fat | 33% | |
Calories from Carbs | 65% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Sodium | 488.9 mg | 20.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 60 g | 20% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 37.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 2.2 g | 4.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.3 g | 20.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22.2% | Top 30% | High |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6 g 9.2%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 220 mg 9.2%
Total Carbohydrates 27 g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 17 g
Protein 1 g 2%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 370
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 70.5 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 166
Protein 2 g | Carbs 8 g | Fat 14 g
Per 100g | Calories 7
Protein 0 g | Carbs 1.75 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 105
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 19.4 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 424
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 44.7 g | Fat 25.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 438
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 43.8 g | Fat 27.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 377
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 63.2 g | Fat 13.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 375
Protein 2.3 g | Carbs 52.3 g | Fat 17.2 g