1 serving (1 grams) contains 9 calories, 0.0 grams of protein, 1.0 grams of fat, and 0.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
2129.3 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 236.6 g | 303% | |
Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
Total Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0% | |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% | |
Sugars | 0 g | ||
protein | 0 g | 0% | |
Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
Calcium | 0 mg | 0% | |
Iron | 0 mg | 0% | |
Potassium | 0 mg | 0% |
* 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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