Quaker - Original Instant Grits has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and low-protein content.
The food contains 22g 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 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. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Quaker - Original Instant Grits has been given a composite ranking of 52, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 8% | |
Calories from Fat | 0% | |
Calories from Carbs | 92% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Sodium | 310 mg | 12.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 22 g | 7.3% | ||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 2 g | 4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0 g | |||
Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 100 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 310 mg 12.9%
Total Carbohydrates 22 g 7.3%
Dietary Fiber
Sugars 0 g
Protein 2 g 4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 15
Protein | Carbs 4 g | Fat
Per 100g | Calories 110
Protein 2 g | Carbs 23 g | Fat 1 g
Per 100g | Calories 50
Protein | Carbs | Fat 4.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 176
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 38.8 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 170
Protein 3 g | Carbs 26 g | Fat 8 g
Per 100g | Calories 210
Protein 6 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 160
Protein 4 g | Carbs 34 g | Fat 2 g
Per 100g | Calories 190
Protein 4 g | Carbs 37 g | Fat 3.5 g