Cereals and Grains / Whole Grains
Corn grits, yellow
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 350kcal / 2530kcal (13%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 7.7 g/ 71g (10%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.8 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 78.1 g/ 348g (22%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.14 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vit B2 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B3 | 1.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (8%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 22 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 213 mg/ 700mg (30%) source |
Iron | 1.3 mg/ 12mg (10%) |
Sodium | 1 mg/ 1500mg (0.07%) free |
Allergen Info
Corn
What is this food?
Corn grits (yellow) are coarsely ground corn cooked into a porridge or thick meal. They’re mainly a carb food that gives energy for your daily activities.
Why it matters to health
Corn grits provide carbohydrates that help fuel your day, especially for your 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks schedule. They also have dietary fiber (about 1.6 g per 100 g), which can support easier digestion and help you feel fuller. The good news: they are naturally low in fat and have low sodium (about 1 mg per 100 g). A quick caution: they can still raise total carbs in your meal, so pairing with protein and vegetables helps balance your plate.
Healthier tips
- Use a balanced plate: add a source of protein (egg, fish, chicken, tofu) and at least 1–2 servings of non-starchy vegetables.
- Watch portion: if you’re having corn grits for breakfast or a snack, keep the serving moderate and avoid adding too many sweet toppings.
- Choose healthier add-ons: use less sugar and go for fruit (like banana or berries) instead of syrup.
- If you’re adding milk or butter, measure them—corn grits are low fat, so toppings can change the overall nutrition.
Common Filipino dishes
Corn grits lugaw, champorado (corn-based versions), sinangag na mais (corn fried rice-style), polvoron-style corn snacks (corn-based), mais con yelo (corn dessert)
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