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fruit & nut balls Recipe

fruit & nut balls has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin E.

The food contains 22.4g 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 6 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. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

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. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 90, for fruit & nut balls, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat49%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin E
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1040 IU20.8%
Vitamin C0.3 mg0.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E6.4 mg21.2%
Thiamin0.02 mg1.4%
Riboflavin0.22 mg12.7%
Niacin1.6 mg8.1%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.5%
Folate10.4 mcg2.6%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium76 mg7.6%
Iron1.8 mg9.9%
Magnesium74 mg18.5%
Phosphorus131 mg13.1%
Potassium503.8 mg14.4%
Sodium3.1 mg0.1%
Zinc0.92 mg6.1%
Copper0.36 mg18.2%
Manganese0.66 mg33.1%
Selenium1.3 mcg1.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate22.4 g7.5%
Dietary Fiber4.8 g19.2%
Sugars16.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6 g12%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.1 g18.6%
Saturated Fat0.9 g4.5%
Monounsaturated Fat7.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.9 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 205 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.1 g 18.6%

Saturated Fat 0.9 g 4.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 3.1 mg 0.1%

Total Carbohydrates 22.4 g 7.5%

Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%

Sugars 16.5 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 20.8% Vitamin C 0.5%

Calcium 7.6% Iron 9.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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