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Shrimp & Cheddar Grits - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Shrimp & Cheddar Grits Recipe

Shrimp & Cheddar Grits has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin B12.

The food contains 26g 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 32.9 gms of protein, it is very high 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. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Shrimp & Cheddar Grits has been given a composite ranking of 32, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein37%
 Calories from Fat34%
 Calories from Carbs29%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Calcium
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A231.9 IU4.6%Top 30%High
Retinol28.9 mcg
Vitamin C2 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.7 IU0.4%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate14 mcg3.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.5 mcg8.3%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium63.6 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Iron0.5 mg2.8%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium12.5 mg3.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus113.5 mg11.3%Mid 40%Average
Potassium101.2 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium100.9 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.5 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium10.5 mcg15%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.5 g2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.12 g0.5%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars0.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.2 g16.4%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.2 mg
Isoleucine0.2 mg
Leucine0.2 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0.2 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.2 mg
Tyrosine0.2 mg
Valine0.2 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.2 mg
Alanine0.2 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1.2 mg
Glycine0.2 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.2 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.3 g5.1%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat1.4 g6.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 361 Calories from Fat 119

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.3 g 20.5%

Saturated Fat 5.5 g 27.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 195 mg 65%

Sodium 404.5 mg 16.9%

Total Carbohydrates 26 g 8.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%

Sugars 0.4 g

Protein 32.9 g 65.8%

Vitamin A 18.6% Vitamin C 13.3%

Calcium 25.5% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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