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Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits Recipe

Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 8.1g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.8 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. 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 Creamy Bacon Cheese Grits has been given a composite ranking of 16, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat77%
 Calories from Carbs14%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A585 IU11.7%
Vitamin C1 mg1.7%
Vitamin D20.8 IU5.2%
Vitamin E0.32 mg1.1%
Thiamin0.06 mg3.7%
Riboflavin0.1 mg5.8%
Niacin2.3 mg11.4%
Vitamin B60.06 mg3.1%
Folate8 mcg2%
Vitamin B120.31 mcg5.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.22 mg2.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium36 mg3.6%
Iron0.52 mg2.9%
Magnesium9.2 mg2.3%
Phosphorus98 mg9.8%
Potassium220.6 mg6.3%
Sodium472.6 mg19.7%
Zinc0.45 mg3%
Copper0.11 mg5.5%
Manganese0.19 mg9.7%
Selenium4.5 mcg6.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.1 g2.7%
Dietary Fiber0.3 g1.2%
Sugars0.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.8 g11.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20.4 g31.4%
Saturated Fat12.4 g62%
Monounsaturated Fat5.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 235 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20.4 g 31.4%

Saturated Fat 12.4 g 62%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 71 mg 23.7%

Sodium 472.6 mg 19.7%

Total Carbohydrates 8.1 g 2.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.3 g1.2%

Sugars 0.4 g

Protein 5.8 g 11.6%

Vitamin A 11.7% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 3.6% Iron 2.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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