Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, CORN BURSTS has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 93.69g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 6.56 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. 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 63, for Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, CORN BURSTS, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 1% | |
Calories from Carbs | 95% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 3017.7 IU | 60.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 864.9 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 871.9 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 39 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 60 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 841.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 60.5 mg | 100.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 141 IU | 35.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.33% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Vitamin K | 0.2 mcg | 0.25% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Thiamin | 2.8 mg | 188.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 3.1 mg | 180% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 38.5 mg | 192.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 4.7 mg | 235% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 443 mcg | 110.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Food Folate | 34 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 409.1 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 729.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 5.8 mcg | 95.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.15 mg | 1.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Choline | 3.9 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 5 mg | 0.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 6.6 mg | 36.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 4 mg | 1% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Phosphorus | 19 mg | 1.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 59 mg | 1.7% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Sodium | 398.9 mg | 16.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 5.7 mg | 38% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 0.14 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 6.4 mcg | 9.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 93.7 g | 31.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 43.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4 g | 8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.34 g | 0.52% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.17 g | 0.83% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0.2 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 3 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 110 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 0.9 g | |||
Ash | 1.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 394 Calories from Fat 3
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.34 g 0.52%
Saturated Fat 0.17 g 0.83%
Trans Fat 0.2 g
Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%
Sodium 398.9 mg 16.6%
Total Carbohydrates 93.7 g 31.2%
Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%
Sugars 43.6 g
Protein 4 g 8%
Vitamin A 60.4% Vitamin C 100.8%
Calcium 0.5% Iron 36.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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 394
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 83.3 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 87.6 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 367
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 85.1 g | Fat 1.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 378
Protein 6.1 g | Carbs 86.9 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 398
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 86.7 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 389
Protein 3.2 g | Carbs 90.9 g | Fat 0 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 391
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 81.4 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 371
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 77.1 g | Fat 1.4 g