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This sweet has 520 kcal per 100 g. Fat is 33 g and sugar 38 g per 100 g. Sugar has near-zero satiating effect, so weight estimation matters. Weigh the portion once to calibrate future logs.

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How should I track Halvah (Sesame candy)?

Halvah (Sesame candy) is high in iron. The trickiest part about tracking Halvah (Sesame candy) is that small portions pack a lot of calories, and most people estimate sweet portions poorly. Research (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013) found that calorie-dense foods are underestimated by 50–200% when portioned by eye. Weighing on a scale takes the guesswork out. And here is the mindset shift that helps: tracking sweets is not about guilt. It is about awareness. When you log a treat honestly, you can plan around it and still hit your targets for the day.

Macro Breakdown

Macro Split: 10% Protein, 35% Carbs, 55% FatMacro Split100%
Protein10%13.0g
Carbs35%46.0g
Fat55%33.0g

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g. Percentages reflect Daily Value (DV).

Energy
  • Calories
    520kcal—
Macronutrients
  • Protein
    13.0g26%
  • Carbohydrates
    46.0g—
  • Fat
    33.0g—
  • Fiberathlete
    3.5g13%
  • Sugar
    38.0g—
  • Saturated Fat
    5.5g—
Minerals
  • Sodium
    13mg—
  • Calciumathlete
    130mg10%
  • Ironathlete
    5mg27%
Vitamins
  • Vitamin Dathlete
    0.0mcg0%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Halvah (Sesame candy) — values for 30g

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Primary macros

Calories
156
kcal
Protein
3.9
g
Carbs
13.8
g
Fat
9.9
g

More nutrients

Fiber
1.1g
Sugar
11.4g
Sat. Fat
1.6g
Sodium
4mg
Calcium
39mg
Iron
1mg
Potassium
48mg
Magnesium
18mg
Zinc
1mg
Vitamin D
0.0mcg
Nutrient highlights
High in IronHigh in ZincGood Source of MagnesiumGood Source of ProteinGood Source of FiberGood Source of Calcium

Frequently Asked Questions

Halvah (Sesame candy) is high in iron. The trickiest part about tracking Halvah (Sesame candy) is that small portions pack a lot of calories, and most people estimate sweet portions poorly. Research (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013) found that calorie-dense foods are underestimated by 50–200% when portioned by eye. Weighing on a scale takes the guesswork out. And here is the mindset shift that helps: tracking sweets is not about guilt. It is about awareness. When you log a treat honestly, you can plan around it and still hit your targets for the day.

Halvah (Sesame candy) contains 13g protein per 100g, which is a good source of protein. A 30g serving provides 3.9g protein.

Notable nutrients in Halvah (Sesame candy) include Iron, Zinc and Magnesium. Per 100g: 13g protein, 46g carbs, and 33g fat.

Halvah (Sesame candy) contains 520 kcal per 100g, making it more calorie-dense. For weight loss, control portion sizes and fit it within your daily calorie targets.

Halvah (Sesame candy) is not ideal for a keto diet. At 42.5g net carbs per 100g, a single serving could easily exceed the daily 20-50g net carb limit.

Halvah (Sesame candy) provides 520 kcal, 13g protein, 46g carbs, and 33g fat per 100g. Compare with other sweets & desserts foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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Macros per 100g

520
Calories
Protein13.0g
Fat33.0g
Carbs46.0g
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160mg3%
  • Magnesiumathlete
    60mg14%
  • Zincathlete
    3mg23%
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