Cheddar Cheese Flavor Grits

Quaker - Cheddar Cheese Flavor Grits has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 70.55g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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. With 10.58 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 28.57 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quaker - Cheddar Cheese Flavor Grits has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.