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Cereals, WHEATENA, dry
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Niacin | 3.5 MG | 22% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 59 UG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 3.4 MG | 23% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.3 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 500 MG | 38% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.6 MG | 20% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 130 MG | 31% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 384 MG | 31% | |
| Potassium, K | 492 MG | 10% | |
| Sodium, Na | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.4 MG | 40% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.3 MG | 37% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 5.3 MG | 229% | |
| Selenium, Se | 70.7 UG | 129% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 13.1g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (2.9g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (12.8g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Calcium, Ca (38% DV).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (20% DV).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (31% DV).
About Cereals, WHEATENA, dry
Wheatena is a toasted wheat cereal that predates most of its competitors by generations, and the dry form is impressively dense nutritionally. Fiber is high, protein is strong, and the carbs are largely from whole grain sources rather than refined starch. The toasting process gives it a nutty, slightly bitter depth that plain farina completely lacks. It takes about five minutes to cook properly and rewards patience with a bowl that actually keeps you satisfied through the morning.
Dietary Information
Cereals, WHEATENA, dry is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cereals, WHEATENA, dry include Manganese, Mn (229% DV) , Selenium, Se (129% DV) , Zinc, Zn (40% DV) , Calcium, Ca (38% DV) , and Copper, Cu (37% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 357 calories per 100 grams, Cereals, WHEATENA, dry gets 15% of its calories from protein, 85% from carbohydrates, and 7% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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