Cereals, corn grits, yellow and quick, dry

vegetables

USDA name: Cereals, corn grits, yellow, regular and quick, unenriched, dry

GI: 52 (Low)
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1552 cal
P:9gC:80gF:1g
1.6g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories1552

Total Fat1.2g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs79.6g

Fiber1.6g

Sugars0.6g

Protein8.8g

Macro Breakdown

Protein8.8g (10%)
Carbs79.6g (87%)
Fat1.2g (3%)

Glycemic Impact

Glycemic Index52 (Low)
Glycemic Load9
Insulin Index53

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0
Metabolic
5.6
Inflammation
10.0
Hormonal
5.9
Gut Health
6.2
Skin Health
5.0
Brain Health
7.9
Bone Health
7.7
Sleep
7.2
Exercise
5.5
Longevity
10.0
Detox
10.0
Immunity
6.8
Pral
0.0
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
5.0
Bioavailability
10.0
Electrolyte
5.1
Methylation

🧬 How Cereals, corn grits, yellow and quick, 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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Thyroid 31% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Hypothyroid

selenium + iron. Thyroid hormone synthesis requires iodine + tyrosine for T4 structure, selenium for T4→T3 conversion.

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Testosterone Low

magnesium + selenium. Zinc for 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibition. Mg reduces SHBG. D3 activates Leydig cells. Boron si.

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Iron 6% DV

6% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

Magnesium 6% DV

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

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal1552.0 kJ
Protein8.8 g18% DV
Total Fat1.2 g2% DV
Carbohydrate79.6 g29% DV
Fiber1.6 g6% DV
Sugar0.6 g1% DV
Sodium1.0 mg
Calcium2.0 mg
Iron1.0 mg6% DV
Magnesium27.0 mg6% DV
Phosphorus73.0 mg6% DV
Potassium137.0 mg3% DV
Zinc0.4 mg4% DV
Vitamin B60.1 mg9% DV
Folate5.0 µg1% DV
Vitamin A11.0 µg1% DV
Vitamin K0.3 µg
Selenium17.0 µg31% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cereals, corn grits, yellow, regular and quick, unenriched, dry affect hormones?
Yes — Cereals, corn grits, yellow, regular and quick, unenriched, dry is rich in selenium (31% DV), which Required for T4→T3 conversion (deiodinase enzyme). Selenoproteins protect Leydig cells from oxidative damage.. selenium supports T3 (active thyroid) and Testosterone production.
Does Cereals, corn grits, yellow, regular and quick, unenriched, dry contain anti-nutrients?
Oxalates (spinach, beet greens, Swiss chard — bind calcium). Goitrogens (raw cruciferous — broccoli, kale, cabbage — can impair thyroid iodine uptake). Cooking cruciferous vegetables deactivates goitrogens. Pair high-oxalate greens with calcium-rich foods (they bind in gut, not kidneys). Avoid green potatoes. Only a concern with very high raw intake + iodine deficiency (for goitrogens) or kidney stone history (for oxalates).