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Scharffen Berger Extra Dark Chocolate - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Scharffen Berger Extra Dark Chocolate

Scharffen Berger Extra Dark Chocolate has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 42.86g 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. With 9.52 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.29 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 a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 6, for Scharffen Berger Extra Dark Chocolate, and we advise that this food sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat66%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Iron
  • No Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0 IU
Vitamin C0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium47.6 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Iron4.3 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Sodium0 mg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate42.9 g14.3%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars21.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.5 g19%Mid 40%Average

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat45.2 g69.6%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat28.6 g142.9%Top 10%Very High
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 Calories from Fat 170

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19 g 29.2%

Saturated Fat 12 g 60%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 0 mg

Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 9 g

Protein 4 g 8%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium 2% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://calorielab.com/brands/scharffen-berger-extra-dark-chocolate/60/2003977 Embed Table:

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