Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant with water

grains

USDA name: Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, prepared with water, without salt

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259 cal
P:2gC:13gF:0g
0.6g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories259

Total Fat0.2g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs13.1g

Fiber0.6g

Sugars0.1g

Protein1.8g

Macro Breakdown

Protein1.8g (12%)
Carbs13.1g (85%)
Fat0.2g (3%)

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0
Metabolic
5.2
Inflammation
6.7
Hormonal
5.3
Gut Health
10.0
Skin Health
5.0
Brain Health
8.8
Bone Health
5.7
Sleep
7.8
Exercise
5.2
Longevity
6.4
Detox
6.5
Immunity
5.4
Pral
3.8
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
5.0
Bioavailability
0.4
Electrolyte
7.0
Methylation

🧬 How Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant with water Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 2% DV

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

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Cortisol & Stress 1% DV

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

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Cortisol 18% DV

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

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Thyroid 6% DV

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

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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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Hypothyroid

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

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Iron 28% DV

28% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

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Calcium 5% DV

5% DV. Bone density, muscle contraction, nerve signaling.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal259.0 kJ
Protein1.8 g4% DV
Total Fat0.2 g
Carbohydrate13.1 g5% DV
Fiber0.6 g2% DV
Sugar0.1 g
Sodium102.0 mg4% DV
Calcium64.0 mg5% DV
Iron5.0 mg28% DV
Magnesium6.0 mg1% DV
Phosphorus18.0 mg1% DV
Potassium20.0 mg
Zinc0.2 mg2% DV
Vitamin B60.3 mg18% DV
Folate101.0 µg25% DV
Vitamin A232.0 µg26% DV
Vitamin E0.0 mg
Vitamin K0.1 µg
Selenium3.5 µg6% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, prepared with water, without salt affect hormones?
Yes — Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, prepared with water, without salt is rich in vitamin b6 (18% DV), which Cofactor for neurotransmitter synthesis (serotonin, dopamine, GABA). Supports progesterone production in luteal phase.. vitamin b6 supports Progesterone and Dopamine production.
Does Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, instant, prepared with water, without salt 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.