1 serving (85 grams) contains 298 calories, 11.0 grams of protein, 2.1 grams of fat, and 59.5 grams of carbohydrates.
Calories |
595 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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Total Fat | 4.2 g | 5% | |
Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
Sodium | 8.5 mg | 0% | |
Total Carbohydrates | 119 g | 43% | |
Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
Calcium | 34 mg | 2% | |
Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
Potassium | 425 mg | 9% |
* 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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