Malt-O-Meal - Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Farina Hot Wheat Cereal, dry has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 74.29g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and low 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 13.43 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 39.71 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Malt-O-Meal - Cereals ready-to-eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Farina Hot Wheat Cereal, dry has been given a composite ranking of 78, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 3% | |
Calories from Carbs | 82% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 100 IU | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.1 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.7 mg | 114.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.86 mg | 50.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 13.1 mg | 65.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 1.7 mg | 85.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 1663.1 mcg | 415.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 377.1 mg | 37.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 39.7 mg | 220.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 140 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 10 mg | 0.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 24.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 0.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 13.4 g | 26.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.29 g | 1.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 127 Calories from Fat 4
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4 g 0.62%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0.4 mg 0.13%
Sodium 3.5 mg 0.1%
Total Carbohydrates 26 g 8.7%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 4.7 g 9.4%
Vitamin A 0.7% Vitamin C 0.67%
Calcium 13.2% Iron 77.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 385
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 76 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 375
Protein 20 g | Carbs 65 g | Fat 5 g
Per 100g | Calories 150
Protein 9 g | Carbs 25 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 150
Protein 9 g | Carbs 25 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 128
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 28.1 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 385
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 76 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 431
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 79 g | Fat 10 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 87.6 g | Fat 2.1 g