milk chocolate
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
milk chocolate by Hershey's scores 8/10 for Bone Health based on good protein supports bone matrix.
milk chocolate by Hershey's provides 500 calories, 29.6g protein, 118.3g fat, and 236.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.9g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 29.6g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Excellent source of fiber with 14.8g 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 (221.9g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (66.6g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
milk chocolate by Hershey's sits near the middle of the chocolate category with 500 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556). Standout protein at 29.6g per 100g — 307% above average. Sugar is a concern at 221.9g per 100g (445% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 500 kcal per 100g (category avg: 556)
- •Protein: 29.6g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 221.9g per 100g (category avg: 40.7g)
- •Fiber: 14.8g per 100g (category avg: 7.0g)
- •Saturated fat: 66.6g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, 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 221.9g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Saturated fat at 66.6g 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 milk chocolate doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the chocolate category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
sugar, chocolate, milk, cocoa butter, skim milk, milk fat, lecithin (soy), PGPR, natural flavor