Malt-O-Meal - Marshmallow Mateys cereal has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 25g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 2 gms of protein, it is low 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. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 9 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.
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 82, for Malt-O-Meal - Marshmallow Mateys cereal, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 7% | |
| Calories from Fat | 8% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 85% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Thiamin
- High in Riboflavin
- High in Niacin
- High in Vitamin B6
- High in Vitamin B12
- Very high in Iron
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 500 IU | 10% | ||
| Vitamin C | 6 mg | 10% | ||
| Vitamin D | 40 IU | 10% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.38 mg | 25.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.42 mg | 24.7% | ||
| Niacin | 5 mg | 25% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg | 25% | ||
| Folic Acid | 200 mcg | |||
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg | 25% |
Mineral Analysis
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 25 g | 8.3% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | ||
| Sugars | 13 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 1 g | 1.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 Calories from Fat 10
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1 g 1.5%
Saturated Fat
Trans Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium 200 mg 8.3%
Total Carbohydrates 25 g 8.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 13 g
Protein 2 g 4%
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 10% Iron 50%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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