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Light Hot Chocolate - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Light Hot Chocolate Recipe

Light Hot Chocolate has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 232.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 very high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 138.8 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 7 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is very high 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. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Dessert.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Light Hot Chocolate has been given a composite ranking of 5, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat5%
 Calories from Carbs59%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A19.6 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Retinol5.5 mcg
Vitamin C6 mg9.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0.5 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin1.5 mg87.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin0.99 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.4%Top 30%High
Folate48.1 mcg12%Top 30%High
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B123.7 mcg62%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid3.2 mg32.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium0.99 mg0.1%Bottom 30%Low
Iron1.7 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Magnesium151.6 mg37.9%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus0.74 mg0.07%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium1.7 mg0%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium772.4 mg32.2%Top 10%Very High
Zinc4.5 mg29.8%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.5 mg24.8%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.5 mg24.8%Top 30%High
Selenium25.8 mcg36.9%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate57.7 g19.2%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber3.6 g14.5%Top 10%Very High
Sugars46.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein34.4 g68.9%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.5 mg
Threonine1.5 mg
Isoleucine2 mg
Leucine2 mg
Lysine2.7 mg
Methionine0.7 mg
Cystine0.2 mg
Phenylalanine1.7 mg
Tyrosine1.7 mg
Valine2.2 mg
Arginine1.2 mg
Histidine1 mg
Alanine1.2 mg
Aspartic Acid2.7 mg
Glutamic Acid7.2 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline3.2 mg
Serine1.7 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.2 g3.4%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat1.3 g6.5%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat0.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash7.7 g
Caffeine24.6 mg
Theobromine219.6 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1496 Calories from Fat 80

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.9 g 13.7%

Saturated Fat 5.2 g 26%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 72 mg 24%

Sodium 3112.7 mg 129.7%

Total Carbohydrates 232.5 g 77.5%

Dietary Fiber 14.6 g58.4%

Sugars 188.1 g

Protein 138.8 g 277.6%

Vitamin A 1.6% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 0.4% Iron 38.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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