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Grits with Tasso - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Grits with Tasso Recipe

Grits with Tasso has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 42g 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 9 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Grits with Tasso has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs50%

Why this is good for you

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A400 IU8%
Vitamin C1.2 mg2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium20 mg2%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Potassium150 mg4.3%
Sodium970 mg40.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate42 g14%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9 g18%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat15 g23.1%
Saturated Fat8 g40%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 340 Calories from Fat 130

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15 g 23.1%

Saturated Fat 8 g 40%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 45 mg 15%

Sodium 970 mg 40.4%

Total Carbohydrates 42 g 14%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 9 g 18%

Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 2%

Calcium 2% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Grits-with-Tasso-103388 Embed Table:

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