1 serving (28 grams) contains 187 calories, 4.1 grams of protein, 19.0 grams of fat, and 3.4 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
935.0 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 95.0 g | 121% | |
Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 107% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
Total Carbohydrates | 17.0 g | 6% | |
Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 37% | |
Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
protein | 20.5 g | 41% | |
Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
Iron | 3.0 mg | 16% | |
Potassium | 935.0 mg | 19% |
* 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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