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Nutritional Profile of Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
We got 60 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks quite high (Top 100) for two nutrients.
These are
- gamma-Tocotrienol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- alpha-Tocotrienol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks high (Top 250) for three additional nutrients:
- delta-Tocopherol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- Fiber, total dietary (Carbohydrates)
- Folic Acid (Water-soluble Vitamins)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Breakfast Cereals) shows that it ranks first-rate (Top 10) for two nutrients.
These are
- delta-Tocopherol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- gamma-Tocotrienol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks notably well (Top 25) for four additional nutrients:
- Betaine (Amino Acids)
- Starch (Carbohydrates)
- gamma-Tocopherol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- alpha-Tocotrienol (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
In food category: Breakfast Cereals
| Carbohydrates (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Carbohydrates, by difference | 16 g | 4.5 g | 215 | 1299 |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.1 g | 311.8 mg | 122 | 247 |
| Starch | 15.4 g | 4.4 g | 16 | 281 |
| Sucrose | 100 mg | 28.3 mg | 28 | 440 |
| Sugars (Total incl. NLEA) | 100 mg | 28.3 mg | 297 | 1666 |
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 81 mg | 23 mg | 260 | 2760 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 191 mg | 54.1 mg | 245 | 2324 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 76 mg | 21.5 mg | 234 | 2731 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 490 mg | 138.9 mg | 248 | 1702 |
| Saturated Fats (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 67 mg | 19 mg | 257 | 2209 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 9 mg | 2.6 mg | 177 | 1682 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 81 mg | 23 mg | 278 | 2731 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 191 mg | 54.1 mg | 259 | 2203 |
| Amino Acids (19) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Alanine | 131 mg | 37.1 mg | 27 | 832 |
| Arginine | 60 mg | 17 mg | 37 | 925 |
| Aspartic Acid | 97 mg | 27.5 mg | 35 | 954 |
| Betaine | 200 µg | 56.7 µg | 14 | 325 |
| Cystine | 34 mg | 9.6 mg | 32 | 462 |
| Glutamic Acid | 337 mg | 95.5 mg | 38 | 878 |
| Glycine | 52 mg | 14.7 mg | 37 | 951 |
| Histidine | 48 mg | 13.6 mg | 29 | 960 |
| Isoleucine | 58 mg | 16.4 mg | 36 | 963 |
| Leucine | 228 mg | 64.6 mg | 26 | 819 |
| Lysine | 31 mg | 8.8 mg | 36 | 962 |
| Methionine | 29 mg | 8.2 mg | 33 | 921 |
| Phenylalanine | 87 mg | 24.7 mg | 34 | 956 |
| Proline | 179 mg | 50.7 mg | 33 | 904 |
| Serine | 70 mg | 19.8 mg | 39 | 998 |
| Threonine | 52 mg | 14.7 mg | 31 | 960 |
| Tryptophan | 11 mg | 3.1 mg | 33 | 454 |
| Tyrosine | 54 mg | 15.3 mg | 36 | 984 |
| Valine | 77 mg | 21.8 mg | 34 | 967 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 447.9 mg | 253 | 1461 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 37 µg | 10.5 µg | 143 | 418 |
| Folate, food | 11 µg | 3.1 µg | 43 | 278 |
| Folate, total | 27 µg | 7.7 µg | 142 | 362 |
| Folic Acid | 15 µg | 4.3 µg | 125 | 250 |
| Niacin | 1.7 mg | 473.4 µg | 187 | 1343 |
| Pantothenic Acid | 52 µg | 14.7 µg | 70 | 1133 |
| Riboflavin | 135 µg | 38.3 µg | 174 | 676 |
| Thiamin | 143 µg | 40.5 µg | 182 | 741 |
| Vitamin B6 | 28 µg | 7.9 µg | 228 | 953 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Tocopherol | 10 µg | 2.8 µg | 164 | 643 |
| alpha-Tocotrienol | 20 µg | 5.7 µg | 19 | 89 |
| delta-Tocopherol | 10 µg | 2.8 µg | 7 | 227 |
| gamma-Tocopherol | 50 µg | 14.2 µg | 16 | 430 |
| gamma-Tocotrienol | 110 µg | 31.2 µg | 9 | 85 |
| Minerals (8) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 64 mg | 18.1 mg | 143 | 483 |
| Iron, Fe | 6.7 mg | 1.9 mg | 134 | 309 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 6 mg | 1.7 mg | 128 | 391 |
| Manganese, Mn | 49 µg | 13.9 µg | 77 | 981 |
| Phosphorus, P | 14 mg | 4 mg | 231 | 664 |
| Potassium, K | 27 mg | 7.7 mg | 250 | 876 |
| Sodium, Na | 227 mg | 64.4 mg | 164 | 922 |
| Zinc, Zn | 90 µg | 25.5 µg | 222 | 921 |
| Other Micronutrients (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Choline | 2.6 mg | 737.1 µg | 172 | 1130 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 81.2 g | 23 g | 53 | 640 |
| Other (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Ash | 760 mg | 215.5 mg | 123 | 589 |
| Kcal (Energy) | 74 kcal | 21 kcal | 148 | 615 |
| KJ (Energy) | 309 kj | 87.6 kj | 49 | 867 |
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Common Serving Sizes Of Quaker Instant Corn Grits (Prepared, Without Salt, Cereals, Plain, Microwaved Or Boiling Water Added)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| Cup | 219.0 g | 7.7 oz |
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| Instant Corn Grits | No of Nutrients |
(Cereals, Cheddar Cheese Flavor, Dry) | 55 |
(Cereals, Plain, Dry) | 49 |
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