Cheesy Grits With Scallions has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 39.9g 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 11 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. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Cheesy Grits With Scallions has been given a composite ranking of 84, and on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 12% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 45% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 118.3 IU | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 18.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.8 mg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 0.76 IU | 0.19% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.25 mg | 16.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.51 mg | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 22.3 mcg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 12.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.25 mcg | 4.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.25 mg | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 69 mg | 6.9% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 0.51 mg | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 10.4 mg | 2.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Phosphorus | 61.4 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 83.5 mg | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 113.6 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.25 mg | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 2.8 mcg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 3.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.63 g | 2.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.4 g | |||
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 | 2.8 g | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0.3 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.2 g | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 353 Calories from Fat 149
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.6 g 25.5%
Saturated Fat 6.8 g 34%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 31.9 mg 10.6%
Sodium 447.4 mg 18.6%
Total Carbohydrates 39.9 g 13.3%
Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%
Sugars 1.4 g
Protein 11 g 22%
Vitamin A 9.3% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 27.2% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 338
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 5.4 g | Fat 33.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 227
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 33.7 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 9.2 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 9.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 231
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 23.2 g | Fat 10.5 g