Cereals, QUAKER, farina, Creamy Wheat, enriched, dry

Quaker - Cereals, QUAKER, farina, Creamy Wheat, enriched, dry has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.

The food contains 33.5g 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 4.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low 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 13.2 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quaker - Cereals, QUAKER, farina, Creamy Wheat, enriched, dry has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.