President's Choice - Peppermint Melts Candy has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 63.75g 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 very high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.54 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing President's Choice - Peppermint Melts Candy has been given a composite ranking of 2, and sparingly.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 4% | |
| Calories from Fat | 50% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 46% |
Why this is good for you
- Very low in Cholesterol
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Saturated Fat
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 338.1 mg | 9.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Sodium | 88.7 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.7 g | 21.2% | Top 30% | High |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 11.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
| Sugars | 55.4 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 46.9% | Top 30% | High |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
| Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 202 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11 g 16.9%
Saturated Fat 6 g 30%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%
Sodium 32 mg 1.3%
Total Carbohydrates 23 g 7.7%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 20 g
Protein 2 g 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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