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Moon Pies - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Moon Pies Recipe

Moon Pies has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 43.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and 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 bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.8 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Moon Pies has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs53%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A50 IU1%
Vitamin C0.6 mg1%
Thiamin0.26 mg17%
Niacin3.2 mg16%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2%
Folate88 mcg22%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron2.5 mg14%
Magnesium28 mg7%
Potassium97 mg2.8%
Sodium165 mg6.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate43.9 g14.6%
Dietary Fiber1.3 g5.2%
Sugars27.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.8 g7.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15.6 g24%
Saturated Fat4.2 g21%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 325 Calories from Fat 141

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15.6 g 24%

Saturated Fat 4.2 g 21%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 25 mg 8.3%

Sodium 165 mg 6.9%

Total Carbohydrates 43.9 g 14.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 27.6 g

Protein 3.8 g 7.6%

Vitamin A 1% Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 6% Iron 14%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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