Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Corn Flakes 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 C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 87.69g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 6.5 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 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 28.6 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 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 71, for Malt-O-Meal - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, MALT-O-MEAL, Corn Flakes, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 7% | |
Calories from Fat | 1% | |
Calories from Carbs | 92% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 4189.1 IU | 83.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 1199.9 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 1211.1 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 56 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 85 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 1198 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 67.1 mg | 111.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 296 IU | 74% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin E | 0.15 mg | 0.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Vitamin K | 0.3 mcg | 0.37% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 1.7 mg | 112% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.7 mg | 101.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 19.7 mg | 98.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 2.1 mg | 105.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 379 mcg | 94.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Food Folate | 34 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 345 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 621.1 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.05 mg | 0.51% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 2 mg | 0.2% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Iron | 28.6 mg | 158.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 18 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 59 mg | 5.9% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 91 mg | 2.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 1019.9 mg | 42.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 0.37 mg | 2.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Copper | 0.14 mg | 7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 0.06 mg | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 7.9 mcg | 11.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 87.7 g | 29.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 11.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 7.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0.35 g | 0.54% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.09 g | 0.45% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 6 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 174 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 3 g | |||
Ash | 2.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 380 Calories from Fat 3
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.35 g 0.54%
Saturated Fat 0.09 g 0.45%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%
Sodium 1019.9 mg 42.5%
Total Carbohydrates 87.7 g 29.2%
Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%
Sugars 7.8 g
Protein 6.5 g 13%
Vitamin A 83.8% Vitamin C 111.8%
Calcium 0.2% Iron 158.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 80.8 g | Fat 2.5 g
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Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 87.3 g | Fat 2.7 g
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Protein 9 g | Carbs 76.9 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 396
Protein 15.6 g | Carbs 78.8 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 385
Protein 6.8 g | Carbs 87 g | Fat 1.9 g
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Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 88 g | Fat 0.91 g
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Protein 3 g | Carbs 84 g | Fat 8.6 g
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Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 84.1 g | Fat 1.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 82.9 g | Fat 2.1 g
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Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 90.1 g | Fat 3.2 g
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Protein 4.1 g | Carbs 89.4 g | Fat 3.1 g
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Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 79.1 g | Fat 10.1 g