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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "White Cornmeal (Grits)"
| Food Name: White Cornmeal (Grits) | |
| Food Group: Breakfast Cereals | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 71 | Protein (g): 2 |
| Carbohydrates (g): 15 | Fiber (g): 1 |
| Net Carbs (g): 14 | Water (g): 83 |
| Fats | |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 64 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 165 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 165 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 28 |
| Folic Acid (mcg): 14 | Food Folate (mcg): 14 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 38 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 1 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 7 | Phosphorus (mg): 20 |
| Potassium (mg): 27 | Sodium (mg): 2 |
| Selenium (mcg): 3 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 10 | Threonine (mg): 53 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 56 | Leucine (mg): 211 |
| Lysine (mg): 33 | Methionine (mg): 37 |
| Cystine (mg): 33 | Phenylalanine (mg): 90 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 66 | Valine (mg): 79 |
| Arginine (mg): 65 | Histidine (mg): 50 |
| Alanine (mg): 127 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 98 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 326 | Glycine (mg): 48 |
| Proline (mg): 154 | Serine (mg): 76 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 3 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1 |
| PRAL Score: 1 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Starch (g): 14 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about White Cornmeal (Grits)
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'White Cornmeal (Grits)'?
100 grams of 'White Cornmeal (Grits)' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 2g (around 4% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 15g (around 5% of daily requirement),
Fat – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Carbohydrates while lower in Fat, making it more suitable for diets that are high-carb and also suitable for those requiring low Fat intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'White Cornmeal (Grits)'?
A 100-gram serving of 'White Cornmeal (Grits)' provides around 71 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from carbohydrates, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 4% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a low-calorie food choice.
Is 'White Cornmeal (Grits)' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'White Cornmeal (Grits)' is mainly a source of carbohydrates. It contains 2g protein, 15g carbs, and 0g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on carbohydrates.
Does 'White Cornmeal (Grits)' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'White Cornmeal (Grits)' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 1 mg (0% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 27 mg (1% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 7 mg (2% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 20 mg (2% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 3 mcg (5% DV),
Sodium (mg): 2 mg (0% DV).
Which vitamins are present in White Cornmeal (Grits) in significant amounts?
'White Cornmeal (Grits)' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 28 mcg (7% DV),
Folic Acid (mcg): 14 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 14 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 38 mcg (10% DV).
Which nutrients in 'White Cornmeal (Grits)' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'White Cornmeal (Grits)' does not contain significant amounts of commonly overconsumed nutrients per 100g.