Garlic Cheese Grits has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 72.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 16.3 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. 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 3.65 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. 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 Garlic Cheese Grits has been given a composite ranking of 58, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 30% | |
Calories from Carbs | 57% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1065 IU | 21.3% | ||
Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 32.4 IU | 8.1% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.4 mg | 1.3% | ||
Thiamin | 0.53 mg | 35.6% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.44 mg | 26% | ||
Niacin | 3.4 mg | 16.9% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.09 mg | 4.6% | ||
Folate | 150.8 mcg | 37.7% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg | 10% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.52 mg | 5.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 168 mg | 16.8% | ||
Iron | 3.7 mg | 20.3% | ||
Magnesium | 6 mg | 1.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 43 mg | 4.3% | ||
Potassium | 200.2 mg | 5.7% | ||
Sodium | 469.6 mg | 19.6% | ||
Zinc | 0.35 mg | 2.3% | ||
Copper | 0.03 mg | 1.3% | ||
Manganese | 0.03 mg | 1.7% | ||
Selenium | 8.1 mcg | 11.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 72.8 g | 24.3% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1.6% | ||
Sugars | 1.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.3 g | 32.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 17.2 g | 26.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 513 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.2 g 26.5%
Saturated Fat 8.4 g 42%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 33 mg 11%
Sodium 469.6 mg 19.6%
Total Carbohydrates 72.8 g 24.3%
Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%
Sugars 1.9 g
Protein 16.3 g 32.6%
Vitamin A 21.3% Vitamin C 2.3%
Calcium 16.8% Iron 20.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 268
Protein 22 g | Carbs 10 g | Fat 15.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 634
Protein 50.4 g | Carbs 34.4 g | Fat 32.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 74
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 11 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 85
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 10.3 g | Fat 3.2 g