cream of wheat w/milk Recipe
cream of wheat w/milk has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin D and Riboflavin.
The food contains 43.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.2 gms of protein, it is high 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. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 10.39 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 low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 76, for cream of wheat w/milk, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 19% | |
| Calories from Fat | 11% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 70% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin D
- High in Riboflavin
- Low in Cholesterol
- Very high in Calcium
- Very high in Iron
Why this is bad for you
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 480 IU | 9.6% | ||
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
| Vitamin D | 126.8 IU | 31.7% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.33% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.05 mg | 3.3% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.45 mg | 26.6% | ||
| Niacin | 0.22 mg | 1.1% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 4.5% | ||
| Folate | 12.4 mcg | 3.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 17.9% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.88 mg | 8.8% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 413 mg | 41.3% | ||
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 57.7% | ||
| Magnesium | 27.6 mg | 6.9% | ||
| Phosphorus | 233 mg | 23.3% | ||
| Potassium | 376.4 mg | 10.8% | ||
| Sodium | 109.4 mg | 4.6% | ||
| Zinc | 1 mg | 6.8% | ||
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 1.6% | ||
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.9% | ||
| Selenium | 8.1 mcg | 11.6% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 14.6% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5.2% | ||
| Sugars | 16.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24.4% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3 g | 4.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 252 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3 g 4.6%
Saturated Fat 1.6 g 8%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 12.2 mg 4.1%
Sodium 109.4 mg 4.6%
Total Carbohydrates 43.8 g 14.6%
Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%
Sugars 16.8 g
Protein 12.2 g 24.4%
Vitamin A 9.6% Vitamin C
Calcium 41.3% Iron 57.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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