Calories in Quaker Quick 5 Minute Grits 40 Ounce Paper Box

Serving Size: 1 Serving (37.0g)
Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 129.9
  • Total Fat 0.5 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.0 g
  • Cholesterol 0.0 mg
  • Sodium 0.0 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 29.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 2.0 g
  • Sugars 0.0 g
  • Protein 3.0 g
  • Vitamin A 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
  • Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin C 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin D 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin E 0.0 mg
  • Calcium 0.0 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 1.4 mg
  • Magnesium 0.0 mg
  • Manganese 0.0 mg
  • Niacin 1.6 mg
  • Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
  • Phosphorus 0.0 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.1 mg
  • Thiamin 0.0 mg
  • Zinc 0.0 mg

Note: The nutrition information for this food comes from the USDA Food Central Database. The data from the USDA is generally pretty accurate. However, please use the data on this page at your own risk. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet put forth by the FDA. Actual daily nutrient requirements may be different based on your gender, age, level of physical activity, medical issues and other factors.

Nutrition Summary

Quaker Quick 5 Minute Grits 40 Ounce Paper Box contains 129.9 calories per serving (1 Serving (37.0g)), a moderate amount that fits easily into most daily calorie goals. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 29.0g per serving (87.5% of calories).


Diet & Nutrition Tags

✅ Low Fat

Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.


Ingredients

White Hominy Grits Made from Corn, Niacin (one of the B Vitamins), Reduced Iron, Thiamin Mononitrate (one of the B Vitamins), Riboflavin (one of the B Vitamins), Folic Acid (one of the B Vitamins).

Ingredient Analysis

ℹ️ Fortified / Enriched

Fortification / Enrichment agents detected: Reduced Iron, Niacin, Riboflavin, Folic Acid

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list provided in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.


% Daily Value

The following shows how one serving of Quaker Quick 5 Minute Grits 40 Ounce Paper Box contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 129.9 kcal 6.5%
Total Fat 0.5 g 1%
Total Carbohydrate 29.0 g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2.0 g 7%
Protein 3.0 g 6%
Iron 1.4 mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.


Calorie Analysis

Quaker Quick 5 Minute Grits 40 Ounce Paper Box accounts for 6.5% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 87.5% of the calories.

Carbs 87.5%
Fat 3.4% Carbs 87.5% Protein 9.1%

Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 129.9 calories in Quaker Quick 5 Minute Grits 40 Ounce Paper Box? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 9.8 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 22.4 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 14.2 min
HIIT 12.0 min
Gymnastics 29.7 min

You can find more information on the calories burned doing popular exercises here.




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