Spam on the Go has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 30.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low 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 12.5 gms of protein, it is high 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Spam on the Go has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 50% | |
Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 50 IU | 1% | ||
Vitamin C | 1.2 mg | 2% | ||
Thiamin | 0.59 mg | 39% | ||
Niacin | 6 mg | 30% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 4% | ||
Folate | 204 mcg | 51% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 20 mg | 2% | ||
Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | ||
Magnesium | 44 mg | 11% | ||
Potassium | 227 mg | 6.5% | ||
Sodium | 920 mg | 38.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 10.1% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | ||
Sugars | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.5 g | 25% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 19.3 g | 29.7% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6 g | 30% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 Calories from Fat 174
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.3 g 29.7%
Saturated Fat 6 g 30%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 39 mg 13%
Sodium 920 mg 38.3%
Total Carbohydrates 30.3 g 10.1%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 1.1 g
Protein 12.5 g 25%
Vitamin A 1% Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 2% Iron 19%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 213
Protein 2.8 g | Carbs 49.8 g | Fat 0.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 64
Protein 1.5 g | Carbs 10.7 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 22.6 g | Fat 7.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 67
Protein 2 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 1.1 g