Dairy

Cooked Cheese Grits

Cooked cheese grits provide a good source of protein and calcium, essential for muscle and bone health. They are rich in total fats, offering both flavor and energy, with a notable amount of saturated fats. This dish also supplies important minerals like phosphorus and zinc that support various bodily functions. Dietary fiber content helps digestion, while vitamins A and B12 contribute to overall wellness.

Macro Impact

A Serving (175 g) of Cooked Cheese Grits contains 481 calories, 19.3 g of protein, 14.5 g of carbohydrates, and 38.5 g of fat.

Calorie Burn

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  • SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort63 min
  • Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort46 min
  • StairsStair climbing, moderate pace61 min
  • Running5 mph (12 min/mile)44 min

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Nutritional composition

Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).

Values per Serving (175 g)

Carbohydrates

  • Carbohydrates14.5 / 313 g(5%)
  • Dietary Fiber2.6 / 38 g(7%)
  • Soluble Fiber0.88 g
  • Insoluble Fiber1.8 g
  • Total Sugars0.88 g
  • Added Sugars0 / 63 g(0%)
  • Sugar Alcohols0 g
  • Other Carbohydrates11 g
  • Sorbitol0 g
  • Xylitol0 g

Fats

  • Total Fat38.5 / 83 g(46%)
  • Saturated Fat21 / 25 g(84%)
  • Trans Fat1.8 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat12.3 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat3.5 g
  • Cholesterol490 / 300 mg(163%)
  • Omega-30.09 g
  • Omega-63.4 g
  • Omega-912.3 g
  • Oleic Acid11.4 g
  • Capric Acid0.18 g
  • Erucic Acid0.35 g
  • Lauric Acid0.88 g
  • Stearic Acid5.3 g
  • Caprylic Acid0.18 g
  • Linoleic Acid3 g
  • Myristic Acid2.6 g
  • Palmitic Acid12.3 g
  • Linolenic Acid0 g
  • Eicosenoic Acid0.53 g
  • Arachidonic Acid0.09 g
  • Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.09 g
  • Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 g
  • Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)0.18 g
  • Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g
  • Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g
  • Dihomo-Gamma-Linolenic Acid (DGLA)0.18 g

Protein

  • Protein19.3 / 56 g(34%)

Amino Acids

  • Lysine1.7 g
  • Serine1.1 g
  • Valine1.2 g
  • Alanine1.1 g
  • Cystine0.14 g
  • Cysteine0.26 g
  • Proline1.3 g
  • Taurine0 mg
  • Arginine0.81 g
  • Histidine0.53 g
  • Threonine0.67 g
  • Isoleucine0.93 g
  • Methionine0.53 g
  • Tryptophan0.26 g
  • Glutamic Acid2.7 g
  • Aspartic Acid1.6 g
  • Phenylalanine0.93 g
  • Glycine0.67 g
  • Leucine1.6 g
  • Tyrosine1.2 g

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A262.5 / 900 ug(29%)
  • Vitamin C0 / 90 mg(0%)
  • Vitamin D0.35 / 15 ug(2%)
  • Vitamin E0.53 / 15 mg(4%)
  • Vitamin K3.5 / 120 ug(3%)
  • Vitamin B60.18 / 1.3 mg(13%)
  • Vitamin B121.4 / 2.4 ug(58%)
  • Thiamin (B1)0.18 / 1.2 mg(15%)
  • Riboflavin (B2)0.53 / 1.3 mg(40%)
  • Niacin (B3)0.88 / 16 mg(5%)
  • Folate43.8 / 400 ug(11%)
  • Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.88 / 5 mg(18%)
  • Biotin5.3 / 30 ug(18%)
  • Choline52.5 / 550 mg(10%)

Minerals

  • Calcium402.5 / 1,000 mg(40%)
  • Iron1.8 / 8 mg(22%)
  • Magnesium35 / 420 mg(8%)
  • Phosphorus350 / 700 mg(50%)
  • Potassium350 / 3,400 mg(10%)
  • Sodium525 / 2,300 mg(23%)
  • Zinc2.6 / 11 mg(24%)
  • Copper0.18 / 0.9 mg(19%)
  • Manganese0.35 / 2.3 mg(15%)
  • Selenium26.3 / 55 ug(48%)
  • Iodine35 / 150 ug(23%)
  • Chromium3.5 / 35 ug(10%)
  • Molybdenum17.5 / 45 ug(39%)
  • Chloride0 / 2,300 mg(0%)

Other

  • Water96.3 / 3,700 g(3%)
  • Caffeine0 mg
  • Alcohol0 g

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