Quaker Quick Grits 18.4 Ounce Paper Box
Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This product is primarily composed of white hominy grits, which are nutritionally enhanced through nixtamalization, and fortified with essential B vitamins and iron. The ingredient list is clean and free from harmful additives, artificial colors, or seed oils, contributing to its favorable rating. Despite being processed, the absence of negative ingredients and the presence of beneficial fortifications support a high score within its category.
Key ingredients 6
NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Niacin →RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
See more about Riboflavin →White Hominy Grits Made From CornNeutral
Corn grits provide a source of carbohydrates and energy, forming the traditional base of this grain product.
Reduced IronNeutral
An elemental iron form added for nutritional fortification to help prevent iron deficiency.
See more about Reduced Iron →Thiamin MononitrateNeutral
Vitamin B1 added as an enriching nutrient to support cellular function and energy production.
See more about Thiamin Mononitrate →Folic AcidNeutral
A synthetic form of folate added for fortification, commonly used to enrich grain products.
See more about Folic Acid →Processing
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