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M & M Dream Bars 1 Recipe

M & M Dream Bars 1 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 40.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 5.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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 M & M Dream Bars 1 has been given a composite ranking of 1, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

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 A412.5 IU8.3%Top 30%High
Retinol111.1 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D9.7 IU2.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.4 mg6.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate16.7 mcg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium105.6 mg10.6%Top 30%High
Iron1.4 mg7.7%Top 30%High
Magnesium52.8 mg13.2%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus173.6 mg17.4%Top 30%High
Potassium279.2 mg8%Top 30%High
Sodium311 mg13%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.4 mg9.3%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese1.4 mg69.4%Top 10%Very High
Selenium11.1 mcg15.9%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate56.4 g18.8%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber2.9 g11.7%Top 30%High
Starch5.6 g
Sugars38.8 g
Sucrose12.5 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.2 g14.4%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0 mg
Glutamic Acid1.4 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat24.2 g37.2%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat13.6 g68.1%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat6.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water11.1 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine8.3 mg
Theobromine63.9 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 329 Calories from Fat 156

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.4 g 26.8%

Saturated Fat 9.8 g 49%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 27.1 mg 9%

Sodium 223.9 mg 9.3%

Total Carbohydrates 40.6 g 13.5%

Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%

Sugars 27.9 g

Protein 5.2 g 10.4%

Vitamin A 5.9% Vitamin C

Calcium 7.6% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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M & M Dream Bars

Per Serving | Calories 316
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 32.9 g | Fat 15.6 g