1 serving (28 grams) contains 106 calories, 3.4 grams of protein, 1.2 grams of fat, and 19.0 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
212 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
Total Carbohydrates | 38 g | 13% | |
Dietary Fiber | 7 g | 25% | |
Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
protein | 6.8 g | 13% | |
Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
Calcium | 2 mg | 0% | |
Iron | 1 mg | 5% | |
Potassium | 156 mg | 3% |
* 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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