Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry Nutrition Facts & Health Impact

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g

Calories1504

Total Fat4.7g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs74.2g

Fiber4.3g

Sugars2.0g

Protein8.8g

Macro Breakdown

Protein8.8g (9%)

Carbs74.2g (79%)

Fat4.7g (11%)

Glycemic Impact

Glycemic Index	0 (Low)
Glycemic Load	0
Insulin Index	45

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0

Metabolic

6.4

Inflammation

7.7

Hormonal

7.3

Gut Health

5.1

Skin Health

4.9

Brain Health

10.0

Bone Health

7.7

Sleep

10.0

Exercise

6.4

Longevity

5.0

Detox

5.2

Immunity

6.8

Pral

0.0

Satiety

0.0

Nutrient Density

5.0

Bioavailability

0.2

Electrolyte

8.6

Methylation

🧬 How Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 4% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 6% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Cortisol 9% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Anemia

iron + folate. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.

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Athletic Performance

protein + iron. Protein for MPS. Iron for O2 transport. B12 for RBC production. Nitrates→NO→vasodilation. Electrolyt.

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Iron 169% DV

169% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

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Magnesium 6% DV

6% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.

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Vitamin B12 14% DV

14% DV. Nerve function, DNA synthesis. Only in animal foods.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Nutrient	Amount / 100g	% Daily Value
Energy Kcal	1504.0 kJ	—
Protein	8.8 g	18% DV
Total Fat	4.7 g	6% DV
Carbohydrate	74.2 g	27% DV
Fiber	4.3 g	15% DV
Sugar	2.0 g	4% DV
Cholesterol	1.0 mg	—
Sodium	1518.0 mg	66% DV
Calcium	418.0 mg	32% DV
Iron	30.4 mg	169% DV
Magnesium	27.0 mg	6% DV
Phosphorus	76.0 mg	6% DV
Potassium	134.0 mg	3% DV
Zinc	0.4 mg	4% DV
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg	9% DV
Folate	173.0 µg	43% DV
Vitamin B12	0.3 µg	14% DV
Vitamin A	1.0 µg	—
Vitamin E	0.1 mg	1% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry support gut health?

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry contains 4.3g of fiber per 100g (15% DV). Fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria, which produce short-chain fatty acids (butyrate) that reduce inflammation, strengthen the gut barrier, and improve insulin sensitivity.

Does Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry affect hormones?

Yes — Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry is rich in fiber (15% DV), which Binds excess estrogen in gut for excretion (enterohepatic circulation interruption). Slows glucose absorption → lower insulin spikes.. fiber supports Estrogen and Insulin production.

Does Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry contain anti-nutrients?

Phytates (especially in whole grains — bind zinc, iron, calcium). Lectins (wheat germ agglutinin — reduced by cooking). Sourdough fermentation reduces phytates 70-90%. Soaking + cooking helps. Yeast fermentation (bread) partially breaks down phytates. Whole grains have more nutrients but also more phytates — the net effect is still positive.

How filling is Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry?

Cereals, QUAKER, Instant Grits Product with American Cheese Flavor, dry has a satiety score of 0.0/10. The 4.3g fiber adds bulk and slows digestion. This makes it effective for appetite control between meals.