Puffed Wheat Squares 1 has a low-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 18g 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 sugar content is among the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 0.8 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Puffed Wheat Squares 1 has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 14% | |
Calories from Carbs | 82% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 466.7 IU | 9.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 100 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 8.3 mg | 41.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 8.3 mcg | 2.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 41.7 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 8.3 mg | 46.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 29.2 mg | 7.3% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 70.8 mg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 120.8 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 73.3 mg | 3.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 25 mcg | 35.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 75 g | 25% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 44.2 g | |||
Sucrose | 37.5 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 3.3 g | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 5.8 g | 9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0.83 g | 4.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 8.3 g | |||
Ash | 0 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 84 Calories from Fat 12
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.4 g 2.2%
Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 17.6 mg 0.7%
Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%
Sugars 10.6 g
Protein 0.8 g 1.6%
Vitamin A 2.2% Vitamin C
Calcium 1% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 422
Protein 3.2 g | Carbs 71.2 g | Fat 15.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 420
Protein 3 g | Carbs 70 g | Fat 15.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 396
Protein 15.3 g | Carbs 78.7 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 55
Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 11.5 g | Fat 0.3 g