big daddy's macaroni and cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 46.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average 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 big daddy's macaroni and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 48, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 41% | |
Calories from Carbs | 42% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 995 IU | 19.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 2.2 mg | 3.6% | ||
Vitamin D | 2.4 IU | 0.6% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.32 mg | 1.1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.41 mg | 27% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.31 mg | 18.5% | ||
Niacin | 2.5 mg | 12.7% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg | 2.3% | ||
Folate | 125.2 mcg | 31.3% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg | 5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.18 mg | 1.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 331 mg | 33.1% | ||
Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | ||
Magnesium | 16.4 mg | 4.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 159 mg | 15.9% | ||
Potassium | 148.6 mg | 4.2% | ||
Sodium | 305.2 mg | 12.7% | ||
Zinc | 0.96 mg | 6.4% | ||
Copper | 0.06 mg | 3% | ||
Manganese | 0.11 mg | 5.3% | ||
Selenium | 4.3 mcg | 6.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 15.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 14.8% | ||
Sugars | 7.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 18.7 g | 37.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 20.1 g | 30.9% | ||
Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 438 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.1 g 30.9%
Saturated Fat 11.6 g 58%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 56.1 mg 18.7%
Sodium 305.2 mg 12.7%
Total Carbohydrates 46.5 g 15.5%
Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%
Sugars 7.6 g
Protein 18.7 g 37.4%
Vitamin A 19.9% Vitamin C 3.6%
Calcium 33.1% Iron 15%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 248
Protein 10.8 g | Carbs 23.5 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 302
Protein 23.1 g | Carbs 35.1 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 8 g | Carbs 25.9 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 274
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 39.2 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 173
Protein 19.5 g | Carbs 23.5 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 136
Protein 4 g | Carbs 26.9 g | Fat 1.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 215
Protein 17.3 g | Carbs 23.8 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 364
Protein 12 g | Carbs 76 g | Fat 4.7 g