RiverSong Giddy-Up Grits has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 18g 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 18 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing RiverSong Giddy-Up Grits has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 64% | |
Calories from Carbs | 18% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 18 g | 6% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | ||
Sugars | 2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 18 g | 36% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 28 g | 43.1% | ||
Saturated Fat | 13 g | 65% | ||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 400 Calories from Fat 250
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28 g 43.1%
Saturated Fat 13 g 65%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 80 mg 26.7%
Sodium 580 mg 24.2%
Total Carbohydrates 18 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 2 g
Protein 18 g 36%
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 90%
Calcium 20% Iron 10%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 45
Protein 1 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 70
Protein 3 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 60
Protein 3 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 270
Protein 5 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 9 g