Oatmeal To Go Breakfast Bars, Oatmeal Raisin

Quaker - Oatmeal To Go Breakfast Bars, Oatmeal Raisin has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 71.67g 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 top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 6.67 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 15 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quaker - Oatmeal To Go Breakfast Bars, Oatmeal Raisin has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.