Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, COLOSSAL CRUNCH has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 86.6g 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 sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.2 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 average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 13.65 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average 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 39, for Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, COLOSSAL CRUNCH, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 12% | |
Calories from Carbs | 84% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0 IU | |||
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 0 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin E | 1.2 mg | 3.9% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin K | 0.8 mcg | 1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.3 mg | 88% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.7 mg | 101.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 23.4 mg | 116.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 3.3 mg | 163.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Food Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Choline | 0 mg | |||
Betaine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 6 mg | 0.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 13.7 mg | 75.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 59 mg | 14.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 172 mg | 17.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 89 mg | 2.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 657 mg | 27.4% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 10.8 mg | 71.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.15 mg | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 0.35 mg | 17.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 10.1 mcg | 14.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 86.6 g | 28.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 40.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4.2 g | 8.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 5.5 g | 8.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.88 g | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0.5 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 10 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 448 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 1.3 g | |||
Ash | 2.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 415 Calories from Fat 49
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.5 g 8.4%
Saturated Fat 0.88 g 4.4%
Trans Fat 0.5 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 657 mg 27.4%
Total Carbohydrates 86.6 g 28.9%
Dietary Fiber 0.7 g2.8%
Sugars 40.7 g
Protein 4.2 g 8.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 0.6% Iron 75.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 412
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 85.9 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 394
Protein 4 g | Carbs 93.7 g | Fat 0.34 g
Per 100g | Calories 381
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 86.4 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 401
Protein 5 g | Carbs 87.9 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 412
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 85.9 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 402
Protein 4.4 g | Carbs 84.8 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 377
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 67.9 g | Fat 5.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 405
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 91.1 g | Fat 5.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 412
Protein 4.9 g | Carbs 85.9 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 44
Protein 1.2 g | Carbs 9.2 g | Fat 0.15 g
Per 100g | Calories 404
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 90.1 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 82.9 g | Fat 2.1 g