Quaker - Cereals, QUAKER, Corn Grits, Instant, Butter Flavor, Prepared With Water has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
The food contains 14.02g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. With 1.51 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5.41 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.
It belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 83, for Quaker - Cereals, QUAKER, Corn Grits, Instant, Butter Flavor, Prepared With Water, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 8% | |
Calories from Fat | 13% | |
Calories from Carbs | 79% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 152 IU | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 8 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 124 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0.11 mg | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Riboflavin | 0.12 mg | 7.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folate | 29 mcg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Food Folate | 29 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.08 mg | 0.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 79 mg | 7.9% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 5.4 mg | 30.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 6 mg | 1.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Phosphorus | 16 mg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 28 mg | 0.8% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Sodium | 247 mg | 10.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.08 mg | 0.53% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Copper | 0.02 mg | 0.95% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.85% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Selenium | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 14 g | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1 g | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.46 g | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 71 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1 g 1.6%
Saturated Fat 0.46 g 2.3%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 247 mg 10.3%
Total Carbohydrates 14 g 4.7%
Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 1.5 g 3%
Vitamin A 3% Vitamin C
Calcium 7.9% Iron 30.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 68
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 15.1 g | Fat 0.19 g
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Protein 0.94 g | Carbs 9.4 g | Fat 0.94 g
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