Malt-o-meal Cereals

Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, original, plain, prepared with water, without salt

Nutrition Facts

Serving sizeper 100g
Amount per serving
Calories48
% Daily Value
  • Total Fat 0,09 g0%
  • Saturated Fat 0,01 g0%
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Cholesterol 0 mg0%
  • Sodium 0 mg0%
  • Total Carbohydrate 10,09 g4%
  • Dietary Fiber 0,3 g1%
  • Total Sugars 0,13 g
  • Protein 1,67 g3%
  • Vitamin D 0 µg0%
  • Calcium 37 mg3%
  • Iron 5,19 mg29%
  • Potassium 14 mg0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
100g of Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL contains 48 kcal calories, 1,67g protein, and 5,19mg iron per USDA FoodData Central.

Calorie breakdown

How calories are distributed across macronutrients

48kcal
  • Protein14%(7 kcal)
  • Carbs84%(40 kcal)
  • Fat2%(1 kcal)

Nutrient density

30/ 100

Meets ≥10% Daily Value for 3 of 23 nutrients

Moderate nutrient density

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  • Malt-o-meal Cereals contains more iron per 100 g than raw spinach — 5 mg vs 3 mg.

Full nutrient breakdown

per 100g
Macronutrients
Macronutrients
NutrientAmount% DV
Calories

Total food energy released when the food is metabolized, expressed in kilocalories per 100 grams.

Also known as: Calories, kcal

48 kcal2%
Protein

Macronutrient made of amino acids; essential for building and repairing tissue, enzymes, and hormones.

1,67 g3%
Carbohydrates

Total carbohydrates, including sugars, starches, and fiber. The body's primary energy source.

Also known as: Carbohydrates

10,09 g4%
Total fat

Sum of all dietary fats (saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans). A concentrated energy source and carrier of fat-soluble vitamins.

Also known as: Total Lipid, Fat

0,09 g0%
Fiber

Indigestible plant carbohydrate that supports digestive health, blood sugar regulation, and satiety.

Also known as: Dietary Fiber

0,3 g1%
Sugars

Simple carbohydrates, both naturally occurring (e.g. in fruit or milk) and added. Quickly absorbed for energy.

Also known as: Total Sugars

0,13 g
Minerals
Minerals
NutrientAmount% DV
Sodium

Electrolyte that regulates fluid balance and nerve signaling. Most dietary sodium comes from salt; excess intake raises blood pressure.

Also known as: Salt (as Na)

0 mg0%
Potassium

Electrolyte that supports nerve function, muscle contraction, and healthy blood pressure.

14 mg0%
Calcium

Mineral essential for bone and teeth structure, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.

37 mg3%
Magnesium

Mineral involved in more than 300 enzymatic reactions, including energy production and muscle function.

2 mg0%
Phosphorus

Mineral that works with calcium to form bones and is a component of DNA and ATP.

22 mg2%
Iron

Mineral required for oxygen transport in hemoglobin and for energy metabolism.

5,19 mg29%
Zinc

Trace mineral essential for immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis.

0,07 mg1%
Fat detail
Fat detail
NutrientAmount% DV
Saturated fat

Fat type typically solid at room temperature. High intake is associated with elevated LDL cholesterol.

Also known as: Saturated Fatty Acids, SFA

0,01 g0%
Monounsaturated fat

Fat with one double bond in its fatty-acid chain. Common in olive oil and avocados; linked to heart-health benefits.

Also known as: Monounsaturated Fatty Acids, MUFA

0,01 g
Polyunsaturated fat

Fat with multiple double bonds, including essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids.

Also known as: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, PUFA

0,02 g
Trans fat

Fat produced mainly by industrial hydrogenation. Associated with increased cardiovascular risk.

Also known as: Trans Fatty Acids

0 g
Cholesterol

Waxy sterol found in animal foods. The body also makes its own; dietary cholesterol has a limited effect on blood levels for most people.

0 mg0%
Vitamins
Vitamins
NutrientAmount% DV
Vitamin C

Water-soluble antioxidant vitamin required for collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption.

Also known as: Ascorbic Acid

0 mg0%
Vitamin D

Fat-soluble vitamin that regulates calcium absorption and bone health. Also produced in the skin from sunlight.

Also known as: Calciferol

0 µg0%
Vitamin E

Fat-soluble antioxidant that protects cell membranes from oxidative damage.

Also known as: Alpha-Tocopherol, Tocopherol

0,01 mg0%
Vitamin K

Fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone metabolism.

Also known as: Phylloquinone, Menaquinone

0 µg0%
Thiamin (B1)

B-vitamin required for carbohydrate metabolism and nervous-system function.

Also known as: Vitamin B1, Thiamine

0,14 mg12%
Riboflavin (B2)

B-vitamin involved in energy production and cellular function via the coenzymes FAD and FMN.

Also known as: Vitamin B2

0,1 mg8%
Niacin (B3)

B-vitamin that contributes to DNA repair and energy metabolism through its coenzymes NAD and NADP.

Also known as: Vitamin B3, Nicotinic Acid

1,87 mg12%
Vitamin B6

B-vitamin involved in amino-acid metabolism, neurotransmitter synthesis, and hemoglobin formation.

Also known as: Pyridoxine

0,15 mg9%
Vitamin B12

B-vitamin required for red blood cell formation and nervous-system health. Found almost exclusively in animal foods.

Also known as: Cobalamin

0 µg0%
Other
Other
NutrientAmount% DV
Water

Water content of the food. Foods high in water tend to be lower in energy density and support hydration.

88,29 g
Caffeine

Naturally occurring stimulant found in coffee, tea, cocoa, and some soft drinks. Acts on the central nervous system.

0 mg

Compare 6 USDA variants

Variants of Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, chocolate, dry cataloged in USDA FoodData Central, with calories and macros per 100 g.
VariantFDC IDCaloriesProtein (g)Carbs (g)Fat (g)
Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, chocolate, dry17167436310,679,60,8
Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, Farina Hot Wheat Cereal, dry17299836510,577,20,5
Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, Maple & Brown Sugar Hot Wheat Cereal, dry1729993688,880,50,5
Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, chocolate, prepared with water, without salt173004471,49,20,1
Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, original, plain, dry17390336511,877,30,7
Cereals, MALT-O-MEAL, original, plain, prepared with water, without saltcurrent174651481,710,10,1

Fatty acid profile

Breakdown of fats per 100 grams

0 g
  • Saturated25%(0,01 g)
  • Monounsaturated25%(0,01 g)
  • Polyunsaturated50%(0,02 g)

Household serving sizes

g
serving (3 T dry cereal plus 1 cup water)
268 g

Frequently asked questions about Malt-o-meal Cereals

How many calories in Malt-o-meal Cereals?

Malt-o-meal Cereals contains 48 kcal per 100 grams, sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

How much sodium is in Malt-o-meal Cereals?

Malt-o-meal Cereals contains 0 mg sodium and 0 mg cholesterol per 100 grams, per USDA FoodData Central.

What are the macros in Malt-o-meal Cereals?

Per 100 grams, Malt-o-meal Cereals contains 1.67 g protein, 10.09 g carbohydrates, and 0.09 g total fat.

Is Malt-o-meal Cereals good for keto or low-carb?

Malt-o-meal Cereals has 10.1 g carbs per 100 g — typically not a keto or low-carb staple.

Where does Malt-o-meal Cereals nutrition data come from?

Nutrition data for Malt-o-meal Cereals is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 174651). Browse the underlying record at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174651/nutrients.

Diet compatibility

  • Low calorieFewer than 100 kcal per 100 g, so it adds volume and nutrients to a plate without crowding out the calorie budget.
  • Low sodiumUnder 140 mg of sodium per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low sodium" labeling on packaged foods.
  • Low sugarUnder 5 g of total sugars per 100 g, including naturally occurring sugars.
  • Low fatUnder 3 g of total fat per 100 g, the FDA threshold for "low fat" on packaged foods.
  • High ironDelivers at least 20% of the Daily Value for iron per 100 g, helpful for menstruating adults and endurance athletes.

Foods that pair well with Malt-o-meal Cereals

Complementary ingredients from related USDA categories — useful starting points when planning a meal around Malt-o-meal Cereals.

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  • Breakfast

    Easy morning meal with malt-o-meal Cereals

    Use malt-o-meal Cereals alongside eggs, whole-grain toast, and fresh fruit for a breakfast that covers every macro without much effort.

  • Lunch

    Balanced lunch plate with malt-o-meal Cereals

    Build a plate around malt-o-meal Cereals, a lean protein, and a small serving of whole grains for a lunch that lands within 500–600 kcal.

  • Dinner

    Low-sodium dinner with malt-o-meal Cereals

    Roast malt-o-meal Cereals with olive oil, garlic, and fresh herbs — no added salt — and pair with a simple grain for a dinner under 600 mg of sodium.

Where does this data come from?

Nutrient values are sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database — the U.S. Department of Agriculture's authoritative reference for food composition. Values are averaged across multiple samples to give you a representative reading per 100 grams of edible portion.

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 174651), accessed 2019-04-01.

Published: 2019-04-01

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