Snacks

Pretzels, soft, unsalted

FDC 174790large (143 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 42 · -2 vs Snacks median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Pretzels, soft, unsalted is middling for nutrient density at 42 of 100. Within snacks it ranks 35 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of iron (22% DV), a good source of protein (16% DV). Most of its 345 calories per 100 grams come from carbohydrate.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 8.2 g · 10%Carb 71 g · 82%Fat 3.1 g · 8%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories345 kcal17%
Total fat3.1 g4%
Saturated fat0.7 g3%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium252 mg11%
Carbohydrate71 g26%
Dietary fiber1.7 g6%
Sugars0.25 g
Protein8.2 g16%
Potassium88 mg2%
Calcium23 mg2%
Iron3.9 mg22%
Magnesium21 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.54 mg4%

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FDC 174790

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Iron22% DV
Protein16% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the snacks median

Nutrient density42 vs 44 median
Protein / 100 g8.2 vs 8.1 median
Fiber / 100 g1.7 vs 4.2 median
Sodium / 100 g252 vs 400 median

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