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Creamy Polenta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Polenta Recipe

Creamy Polenta has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 23g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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 belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Polenta has been given a composite ranking of 33, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A200 IU4%
Vitamin C3.6 mg6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium200 mg20%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Potassium200 mg5.7%
Sodium300 mg12.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate23 g7.7%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars17 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8 g16%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6 g9.2%
Saturated Fat3 g15%

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 170 Calories from Fat 50

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6 g 9.2%

Saturated Fat 3 g 15%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 15 mg 5%

Sodium 300 mg 12.5%

Total Carbohydrates 23 g 7.7%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 17 g

Protein 8 g 16%

Vitamin A 4% Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 20% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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