Dry Enriched Yellow Corn Grits
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 37% of daily folate, 23% of daily riboflavin and 11% of daily iron needed in pregnancy.
- Folate (DFE) 219 mcg
- Riboflavin 0.32 mg
- Iron 2.9 mg
- Protein 6.72 g
- Vitamin B-6 0.13 mg
- Zinc 0.6 mg
- Potassium 118 mg
- Choline 14.4 mg
- Calcium 4 mg
- DHA 0 g
- Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
- Vitamin C 0 mg
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 4 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 14.4 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 219 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 118 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 6.72 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.13 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.6 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
Safe with precautionsEnriched yellow corn grits are safe with precautions during pregnancy when cooked thoroughly. They deliver fortified folic acid, dietary iron, and carotenoids from yellow corn that support maternal energy needs. Boil dry grits thoroughly on the stovetop according to package directions before eating. Stir in a sprinkle of pasteurized cheddar cheese or chopped vegetables for added calcium and fiber.
Sources: USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans · ACOG Nutrition During Pregnancy
How to read this
During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Dry Enriched Yellow Corn Grits provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.