Founded by Ferdinand Schumacher as the German Mills American Cereal Company in 1850, Quaker Oats introduced instant oatmeal in 1966 and now offers a wide variety of formulations. A serving size of Quaker Oats Quick Oats is considered 1/2 cup or 40 g and provides 150 calories. The nutritional value of Quick Oats is based on the 2,000-calorie-per-day recommendation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Fat
Quaker Quick Oats contains 3 g of total fat, 0.5 g of which are saturated, 1 g polyunsaturated and 1 g monounsaturated. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, or USDA, fat should be limited to less then 65 g per day. Saturated fats are found primarily in dairy and meat products and raise cholesterol levels resulting in increased risk of heart disease. Mono and polyunsaturated fats are found in certain oils and fish, and may help to lower your cholesterol levels according to the American Heart Association.
Cholesterol
A serving of Quaker Oats Quick Oats contains no cholesterol. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommends consuming less than 300 mg of cholesterol per day. Cholesterol is made by the body and obtained from food, primarily meats. Elevated levels of cholesterol increase your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Sodium
Quaker Oats Quick Oats does not contain any sodium. Sodium is used as a preservative and to add flavor to foods. The American Heart Association recommends less the 1,500 mg of sodium consumption per day. Elevated sodium levels can lead to high blood pressure and its deleterious effects on the body.
Carbohydrates
A single serving of Quaker Quick Oats contains 27 g of total carbohydrates, or 9 percent of your daily recommended intake. Sugar accounts for 1 g, and there are 4 g of dietary fiber, both soluble and insoluble -- 15 percent of the daily recommended intake. Your total carbohydrate intake should be at least 300 g per day to maintain a healthy, balanced diet. Insoluble fiber is recommended for gastrointestinal health, while soluble fiber has been found to reduce cholesterol and control blood sugar.
Protein
Quaker Quick Oats contains 5 g of protein. Protein is used by the body to make amino acids, the building blocks of cells and tissue. The proteins taken in by food are used to replenish other proteins in the body. According to the FDA, there are no current recommendation regarding the intake of protein.
Additional Nutrients
One serving of Quaker Oats Quick Oats has a variety of additional nutrients that have no limit restrictions. Quick Oats contains iron, thiamine, riboflavin, phosphorous and magnesium.
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