Quaker original instant grits
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Quaker original instant grits by Quaker scores 7/10 for Clean Label based on processed food (nova 3).
Quaker original instant grits by Quaker provides 357 calories, 7.1g protein, 0.0g fat, and 78.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 2.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Clean Label health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ⚠High sodium content (1107mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Quaker original instant grits by Quaker sits near the middle of the cereals category with 357 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 357 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 7.1g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Fiber: 3.6g per 100g (category avg: 8.1g)
- •Sodium: 1107mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 1107mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2214mg — roughly 96% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
If Quaker original instant grits doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, higher-fiber choices for better digestive health. Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
specially processed degerminated white corn grits, salt, calcium carbonate, reduced iron, niacin (one of the b vitamins), bht and citric acid (as preservatives), thiamin mononitrate (one of the b vitamins), riboflavin (one of the b vitamins), folic acid (one of the b vitamins),