Corny Polenta has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 30g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 45, for Corny Polenta, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 46% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 8 IU | 0.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 58 mg | 5.8% | ||
Iron | 2 mg | 11.1% | ||
Potassium | 322 mg | 9.2% | ||
Sodium | 1000 mg | 41.7% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 30 g | 10% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 12% | ||
Sugars | 4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 8 g | 16% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12 g | 18.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 4 g | 20% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255 Calories from Fat 109
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12 g 18.5%
Saturated Fat 4 g 20%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 21 mg 7%
Sodium 1000 mg 41.7%
Total Carbohydrates 30 g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 8 g 16%
Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C
Calcium 5.8% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 795
Protein 19 g | Carbs 131 g | Fat 25 g
Per Serving | Calories 47
Protein 0.36 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 1984
Protein 3 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 216 g
Per Serving | Calories 567
Protein 23 g | Carbs 74 g | Fat 20 g
Per Serving | Calories 272
Protein 0.42 g | Carbs 62 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 824
Protein 83 g | Carbs 34 g | Fat 38 g
Per Serving | Calories 423
Protein 29 g | Carbs 3 g | Fat 33 g
Per Serving | Calories 12
Protein 0.2 g | Carbs 2 g | Fat 0.56 g