Candies, Semisweet Chocolate
Serving Size 1 cup large chips
Nutritional Value and Analysis
Candies, Semisweet Chocolate with a serving size of 1 cup large chips has a total of 873.6 calories with 54.6 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 182 grams of food and contains 491.4 calories from fat. This item is classified as sweets foods.
This food is a good source of fiber, iron, magnesium, copper, manganese and tryptophan but is high in fat, energy, sugars and saturated fats. Candies, Semisweet Chocolate is a high fat food because 56.25% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.
Fat 84% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 84% of the recommended daily intake of fat.
Energy 44% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 44% of the recommended daily intake of energy.
Sugars 397% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 397% of the recommended daily intake of sugars.
Fiber 43% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 43% of the recommended daily needs of fiber.
Iron 32% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 32% of the recommended daily needs of iron.
Magnesium 50% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 50% of the recommended daily needs of magnesium.
Copper 141% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 141% of the recommended daily needs of copper.
Manganese 63% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 63% of the recommended daily needs of manganese.
Tryptophan 33% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 33% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.
Saturated Fats 162% of DV
A serving of 182 grams of candies, semisweet chocolate has 162% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup large chips (182 g)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 873.6 | Calories from Fat 491 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 54.6g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat 32.3g | 162% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 20mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 116.3g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber 10.7g | 43% | |
| Sugars 99g | ||
| Protein 8g | ||
| Vitamin A 0% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 4% | Iron 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 IU | 0% | |
| → Vitamin A, RAE | 0 µg | 0% | |
| → Alpha Carotene | 0 µg | - | |
| → Beta Carotene | 0 µg | - | |
| → Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lutein + zeaxanthin | 32.76 µg | - | |
| → Lycopene | 0 µg | - | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 µg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.06 mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.47 mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 10.19 µg | 8% |
Vitamins are organic compounds required by your body to grow and develop normally. A balanced diet with a variety of foods is the best way to get the 13 different vitamins that your body requires.
Carbohydrates
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 116.3 g | 39% | |
| Sugars | 99.19 g | 397% | |
| Fiber | 10.74 g | 43% |
Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, saccharides, sugars or starches are the most abundant food source and a key form of energy for your body. Once ingested your body transforms carbohydrates into glucose which is used by your body as an energy source for your cells, tissues and organs.
Fats & Fatty Acids
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fat | 54.6 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fats | 32.31 g | 162% | |
| → Butyric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Caproic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Caprylic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Capric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Lauric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Myristic Acid | 0.04 g | - | |
| → Palmitic Acid | 13.37 g | - | |
| → Stearic Acid | 18.21 g | - | |
| → Arachidic Acid | 0.49 g | - | |
| → Behenic Acid | 0.04 g | - | |
| → Lignoceric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fats | 18.14 g | - | |
| → Myristoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Pentadecenoic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Palmitoleic Acid | 0.11 g | - | |
| → Heptadecenoic Acid | 0.09 g | - | |
| → Oleic Acid | 18.03 g | - | |
| → Gadoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Erucic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Nervonic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Polyunsaturated Fats | 1.76 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:2) | 1.63 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 0.12 g | - | |
| → Parinaric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Eicosadienoic Acid (20:2) | 0 g | - | |
| → Eicosadienoic Acid (20:3) | 0 g | - | |
| → Arachidonic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | - | |
| → Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | - | |
| → Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | - |
Fat is important in your diet because it gives you energy and helps your body absorb vitamins. Fat is stored in your body in the form of fatty acids. Fatty acids are classified in three different types or families: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.
Proteins & Amino Acids
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 7.64 g | 15% | |
| → Alanine | 0.36 g | - | |
| → Arginine | 0.44 g | - | |
| → Aspartic acid | 0.77 g | - | |
| → Cystine | 0.09 g | - | |
| → Glutamic acid | 1.16 g | - | |
| → Glycine | 0.35 g | - | |
| → Histidine | 0.13 g | 14% | |
| → Isoleucine | 0.3 g | 24% | |
| → Leucine | 0.47 g | 17% | |
| → Lysine | 0.39 g | 16% | |
| → Methionine | 0.08 g | 6% | |
| → Phenylalanine | 0.37 g | 17% | |
| → Proline | 0.33 g | - | |
| → Serine | 0.33 g | - | |
| → Threonine | 0.31 g | 24% | |
| → Tryptophan | 0.11 g | 33% | |
| → Tyrosine | 0.29 g | 12% | |
| → Valine | 0.46 g | 29% |
Proteins are present in every cell of your body and are crucial to build and maintain your bones, muscles and skin. Sources of proteins include meat, dairy products, nuts, beans and some grains. It is important to eat foods with the appropriate amount of dietary protein every day because your body does not store protein in the same way fats and carbohydrates are stored.
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 58.24 mg | 4% | |
| Copper | 1.27 mg | 141% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Magnesium | 209.3 mg | 50% | |
| Manganese | 1.46 mg | 63% | |
| Phosphorus | 240.24 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 664.3 mg | 14% | |
| Selenium | 7.64 µg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 20.02 mg | 1% | |
| Zinc | 2.95 mg | 27% |
Minerals are chemical elements required by your body to grow and stay healthy. There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. Macrominerals are needed by your body needs in larger amounts, while trace minerals are needed by your body in small amounts.
Sterols
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
Cholesterol is a fat like chemical compound that your body requires to build cell membranes and to produce vitamin D and hormones like estrogen and testosterone. Although your body makes all the cholesterol it needs, this nutrient is commonly found in foods like meat, eggs and cheese.
Miscellaneous
Calories Burn off Time
How long would it take to burn off Candies, Semisweet Chocolate with 873.6calories? A brisk walk for 190 minutes, jogging for 89 minutes, or hiking for 146 minutes will help your burn off the calories in candies, semisweet chocolate.
Burn off time varies based on your weight, physical activity and exercise intensity. The following physical activity table contains an estimated burn off time for a person weighting 154 lbs.
| Physical Activity | Burn Off Time |
|---|---|
| Bicycling - 10 mph or less | 182 minutes |
| Dancing | 159 minutes |
| Golfing | 159 minutes |
| Hiking | 146 minutes |
| Light Gardening | 159 minutes |
| Stretching | 291 minutes |
| Walking - 3.5 mph | 190 minutes |
| Weight Training - light workout | 243 minutes |
| Aerobics | 109 minutes |
| Basketball | 120 minutes |
| Bicycling - 10 mph or more | 89 minutes |
| Running - 5 mph | 89 minutes |
| Swimming | 103 minutes |
| Walking - 4.5 mph | 115 minutes |
| Weight Training - vigorous workout | 120 minutes |
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Footnotes
Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie reference diet. Factors like age, gender and level of physical activity may affect your daily required values.
Nutrition data based on the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28.
The editorial opinions regarding food value or quality in this website are given without warranty, and are not intended to replace medical advice or a nutritionist guidance.
Dietary Recommendations
A healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level could help achieve and maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Healthy eating habits include the following:
- Vegetables from all subgroups, including dark, green, red and orange vegetables and also beans and peas
- A variety of whole fruits
- Grains with at least half of which are whole grains
- Low or fat free dairy products, including milk, yogurt, cheese and/or fortified soy beverages
- Protein foods, including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs and nuts
- Oils with limited amounts of saturated fats and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium