Doughnuts, Cake-type, Chocolate-coated or frosted
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 15% of daily folate, 15% of daily iron and 9% of daily zinc needed in pregnancy.
- Folate (DFE) 90 mcg
- Iron 4 mg
- Zinc 0.98 mg
- Riboflavin 0.12 mg
- Protein 4.93 g
- Potassium 201 mg
- Choline 29.1 mg
- Vitamin B-12 0.1 mcg
- Calcium 24 mg
- Vitamin C 1.3 mg
- Vitamin B-6 0.02 mg
- DHA 0 g
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 24 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 29.1 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 90 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 4 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 201 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 4.93 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.1 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 1.3 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.98 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
LimitChocolate-coated cake doughnuts are safe as a rare treat during pregnancy, but they should be limited. They are deep-fried and loaded with refined flour, hydrogenated oils, and sugary frosting, delivering minimal micronutrient value. The USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend limiting deep-fried pastries to maintain healthy blood lipids and appropriate gestational weight. Satisfy a chocolate craving with a small portion or choose a piece of fruit drizzled with dark chocolate.
Sources: USDA Dietary Guidelines · NHS
How to read this
During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Doughnuts, Cake-type, Chocolate-coated or frosted provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.