1 serving (100 grams) contains 89 calories, 1.1 grams of protein, 0.3 grams of fat, and 23.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
211.9 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 0.7 g | 0% | |
Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% | |
Total Carbohydrates | 54.8 g | 19% | |
Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
Calcium | 11.9 mg | 0% | |
Iron | 0.7 mg | 3% | |
Potassium | 852.4 mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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