Southern Living Shrimp & Grits Recipe
Southern Living Shrimp & Grits has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 37g 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 33.8 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.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Southern cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 45, for Southern Living Shrimp & Grits, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 32% | |
| Calories from Fat | 34% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 35% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- High in Vitamin A
- Very high in Vitamin D
- High in Vitamin E
- High in Riboflavin
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1365 IU | 27.3% | ||
| Vitamin C | 3.9 mg | 6.5% | ||
| Vitamin D | 146.8 IU | 36.7% | ||
| Vitamin E | 4.2 mg | 13.9% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.31 mg | 20.5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.38 mg | 22.2% | ||
| Niacin | 3.4 mg | 17% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 1.5 mg | 76.3% | ||
| Folate | 96.4 mcg | 24.1% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 2.6 mcg | 42.9% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.87 mg | 8.7% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 242 mg | 24.2% | ||
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10.7% | ||
| Magnesium | 21.6 mg | 5.4% | ||
| Phosphorus | 109 mg | 10.9% | ||
| Potassium | 267 mg | 7.6% | ||
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
| Zinc | 0.65 mg | 4.3% | ||
| Copper | 0.16 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.08 mg | 4.1% | ||
| Selenium | 10.7 mcg | 15.3% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 37 g | 12.3% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | ||
| Sugars | 3.8 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33.8 g | 67.6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 16 g | 24.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 438 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16 g 24.6%
Saturated Fat 6.8 g 34%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 172.8 mg 57.6%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 37 g 12.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 3.8 g
Protein 33.8 g 67.6%
Vitamin A 27.3% Vitamin C 6.5%
Calcium 24.2% Iron 10.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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