Candies, MASTERFOODS USA, SKITTLES Original Bite Size Candies

Masterfoods - Candies, MASTERFOODS USA, SKITTLES Original Bite Size Candies has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 90.78g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 0.2 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 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 high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items.

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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Masterfoods - Candies, MASTERFOODS USA, SKITTLES Original Bite Size Candies has been given a composite ranking of 12, and sparingly.