Cate's Mac and Cheese Recipe
Cate's Mac and Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 31.3g 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 15 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. 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".
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 54, for Cate's Mac and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 15% | |
| Calories from Fat | 52% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 32% |
Why this is good for you
- High in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin C
- High in Riboflavin
- Very high in Calcium
- Very high in Folate
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
- Very high in Saturated Fat
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 610 IU | 12.2% | ||
| Vitamin C | 66.4 mg | 110.6% | ||
| Vitamin D | 3.6 IU | 0.9% | ||
| Vitamin E | 0.4 mg | 1.3% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.27 mg | 17.8% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.4 mg | 23.4% | ||
| Niacin | 1.7 mg | 8.5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.38 mg | 19.2% | ||
| Folate | 138.8 mcg | 34.7% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.5 mcg | 8.3% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.4 mg | 13.8% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 315 mg | 31.5% | ||
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10.1% | ||
| Magnesium | 48.4 mg | 12.1% | ||
| Phosphorus | 312 mg | 31.2% | ||
| Potassium | 576.1 mg | 16.5% | ||
| Sodium | 354.9 mg | 14.8% | ||
| Zinc | 2 mg | 13.1% | ||
| Copper | 0.16 mg | 7.9% | ||
| Manganese | 0.41 mg | 20.3% | ||
| Selenium | 7.4 mcg | 10.6% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.3 g | 10.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 19.6% | ||
| Sugars | 0.3 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 15 g | 30% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 22.5 g | 34.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.5 g 34.6%
Saturated Fat 11.4 g 57%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 72.2 mg 24.1%
Sodium 354.9 mg 14.8%
Total Carbohydrates 31.3 g 10.4%
Dietary Fiber 4.9 g19.6%
Sugars 0.3 g
Protein 15 g 30%
Vitamin A 12.2% Vitamin C 110.6%
Calcium 31.5% Iron 10.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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