Orange Peel in Dark Chocolate
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Orange Peel in Dark Chocolate by Chocolove scores 7/10 for Heart Health based on high saturated fat raises ldl.
Orange Peel in Dark Chocolate by Chocolove provides 500 calories, 3.3g protein, 36.7g fat, and 56.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.7g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Heart Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Excellent source of fiber with 10.0g per 100g — well above average for this food type.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sugar content (43.3g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (20.0g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Orange Peel in Dark Chocolate by Chocolove sits near the middle of the chocolate category with 500 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556). Low protein at just 3.3g per 100g — well below the 7.3g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 500 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556)
- •Protein: 3.3g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 43.3g per 100g (category avg: 40.7g)
- •Fiber: 10.0g per 100g (category avg: 7.0g)
- •Saturated fat: 20.0g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 43.3g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Saturated fat at 20.0g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Orange Peel in Dark Chocolate doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the chocolate category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Dark chocolate (cocoa liquor*, sugar, cocoa butter*, soy lecithin, vanilla), freeze dried orange peel (orange peel, invert sugar, citric acid), orange oil.