Macadamia Nuts
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Macadamia Nuts by Hamakua scores 6/10 for Blood Sugar based on high fiber-to-carb ratio slows glucose absorption.
Macadamia Nuts by Hamakua provides 714 calories, 7.1g protein, 71.4g fat, and 17.9g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.0g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 7.1g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ✓Contains no detected additives — a clean ingredient list.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (10.7g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 714 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Macadamia Nuts by Hamakua sits near the middle of the nuts category with 714 kcal per 100g (category avg: 576). Low protein at just 7.1g per 100g — well below the 17.7g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 714 kcal per 100g (category avg: 576)
- •Protein: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 17.7g)
- •Sugars: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 9.1g)
- •Fiber: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 7.6g)
- •Saturated fat: 10.7g per 100g
- •Sodium: 536mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those looking to improve gut health or stay full longer. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 10.7g 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 Macadamia Nuts doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the nuts category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Dry roasted hawaiian macadamia nuts, salt, autolyzed yeast extract, maltodextrin, onion powder, sugar, natural flavor, garlic powder, and spice.