Crock Pot Method for Polenta Grits or Mush has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 23.4g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 2.4 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
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. 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.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 82, for Crock Pot Method for Polenta Grits or Mush, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 9% | |
Calories from Fat | 8% | |
Calories from Carbs | 83% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 33.5 IU | 0.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 1.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0.42 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 3.3 mcg | 0.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 3.3 mg | 0.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.42 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 17.2 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 31 mg | 3.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 37.7 mg | 1.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 189.5 mg | 7.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.42 mg | 2.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 2.1 mcg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.92 g | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 1 g | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 0.42 g | 0.64% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.04 g | 0.21% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 0.8 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1 g 1.5%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 452.9 mg 18.9%
Total Carbohydrates 23.4 g 7.8%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 0.2 g
Protein 2.4 g 4.8%
Vitamin A 1.6% Vitamin C
Calcium 0.8% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 179
Protein 21.5 g | Carbs 11.5 g | Fat 4.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 293
Protein 4.7 g | Carbs 41.2 g | Fat 12.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 522
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 47.7 g | Fat 34.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 19.6 g | Carbs 5.8 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 99
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 9.2 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 116
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 12.6 g | Fat 3.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 181
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 20.8 g | Fat 6.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 93
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 5.6 g | Fat 5.4 g