Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Honey Nut TOASTY O'S Cereal has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 81.53g 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 9.63 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 low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.
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 17.07 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 high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 77, for Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Honey Nut TOASTY O'S Cereal, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 10% | |
Calories from Fat | 5% | |
Calories from Carbs | 85% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 3133.3 IU | 62.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 940.9 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 940.9 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 30.6 mg | 51% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 181 IU | 45.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin E | 1.8 mg | 6.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin K | 1.9 mcg | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.5 mg | 99.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 2.4 mg | 138.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 23.4 mg | 116.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 2.7 mg | 133.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 880.9 mcg | 220.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Food Folate | 19 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 861.9 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 1484.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 2.3 mcg | 38.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.54 mg | 5.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 397 mg | 39.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 17.1 mg | 94.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 102 mg | 25.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 358 mg | 35.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 309 mg | 8.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 836 mg | 34.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 16.2 mg | 108.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.27 mg | 13.5% | Top 30% | High |
Manganese | 4.1 mg | 205.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 25.4 mcg | 36.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 81.5 g | 27.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 22.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 38.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 9.6 g | 19.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.44 g | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 66 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 804.9 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 1.9 g | |||
Ash | 4.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 390 Calories from Fat 19
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2 g 3.3%
Saturated Fat 0.44 g 2.2%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 836 mg 34.8%
Total Carbohydrates 81.5 g 27.2%
Dietary Fiber 5.6 g22.4%
Sugars 38.7 g
Protein 9.6 g 19.3%
Vitamin A 62.7% Vitamin C 51%
Calcium 39.7% Iron 94.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 404
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 74.6 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 361
Protein 9 g | Carbs 76.9 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 365
Protein 7 g | Carbs 86 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 362
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 74.3 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 77.6 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 393
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 78.6 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 87.3 g | Fat 2.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 385
Protein 9.1 g | Carbs 83.9 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 397
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 89.7 g | Fat 0.89 g
Per 100g | Calories 396
Protein 3.7 g | Carbs 89.5 g | Fat 2.6 g