Awesome Mac and Cheese has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 42.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Awesome Mac and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 356.1 IU | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 88.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.74 mg | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 6.7 IU | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.37 mg | 21.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.1 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 42.4 mcg | 10.6% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 32.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.37 mcg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.37 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 209.7 mg | 21% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.74 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 21.6 mg | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 174.7 mg | 17.5% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 144.6 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 160.2 mg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7.4% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 14.1 mcg | 20.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.52 g | 2.1% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Starch | 9.3 g | |||
Sugars | 0.3 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.4 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.7 g | 17.3% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 11.7 g | 18.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36.4% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 62.5 g | |||
Ash | 1.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 550 Calories from Fat 284
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.6 g 48.6%
Saturated Fat 19.6 g 98%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 95.3 mg 31.8%
Sodium 430.9 mg 18%
Total Carbohydrates 42.9 g 14.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 0.9 g
Protein 23.3 g 46.6%
Vitamin A 19.2% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 56.4% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 316
Protein 17.7 g | Carbs 19.6 g | Fat 18.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 457
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 46.8 g | Fat 21.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 217
Protein 10.2 g | Carbs 15.9 g | Fat 12.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 470
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 29 g | Fat 31.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 11.2 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 318
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 49.1 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 181
Protein 10.4 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 165
Protein 6.1 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 13 g