Ralston - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, Ralston Corn Biscuits [Includes USDA Commodity Corn Squares B851] has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 85.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high in complex carbs and average 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 5.83 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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. The omega-3 content is low.
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 gives a good yield of Iron at 38.37 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 54, for Ralston - Cereals Ready-To-Eat, Ralston Corn Biscuits [Includes USDA Commodity Corn Squares B851], and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 6% | |
Calories from Fat | 3% | |
Calories from Carbs | 91% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 1169.8 IU | 23.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 298 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 307 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 73 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 66 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 18.5 mg | 30.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.33% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Beta Tocopherol | 0 mg | |||
Gamma Tocopherol | 0.1 mg | |||
Delta Tocopherol | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin K | 0 mcg | |||
Thiamin | 1.5 mg | 101.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.7 mg | 99.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 21.8 mg | 109.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 2.2 mg | 111.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.12 mg | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 378 mg | 37.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 38.4 mg | 213.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 15 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 38 mg | 3.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 90 mg | 2.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 1069.9 mg | 44.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 17.1 mg | 114.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.07 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Manganese | 0.22 mg | 11.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Selenium | 2.2 mcg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 85.8 g | 28.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 9.5 g | |||
Sucrose | 9509.3 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 5.8 g | 11.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.19 g | 0.97% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 20 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 327 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 367 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.1 g 1.6%
Saturated Fat 0.19 g 0.97%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 1069.9 mg 44.6%
Total Carbohydrates 85.8 g 28.6%
Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%
Sugars 9.5 g
Protein 5.8 g 11.7%
Vitamin A 23.4% Vitamin C 30.8%
Calcium 37.8% Iron 213.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 268
Protein 3.9 g | Carbs 26.7 g | Fat 16.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 5 g | Carbs 31 g | Fat 12 g
Per 100g | Calories 379
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 86.8 g | Fat 0.95 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 88 g | Fat 0.91 g
Per 100g | Calories 53
Protein 2.5 g | Carbs 11.3 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 367
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 85.8 g | Fat 0.97 g