Cereals ready-to-eat, USDA Commodity Corn and Rice (includes all commodity brands)

Cereals ready-to-eat, USDA Commodity Corn and Rice (includes all commodity brands) has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 25.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 1.8 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 9.9 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Cereals ready-to-eat, USDA Commodity Corn and Rice (includes all commodity brands) has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.