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Creamy Microwave Mac and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Microwave Mac and Cheese Recipe

Creamy Microwave Mac and Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 27.4g 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. With 13.1 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 high 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 Creamy Microwave Mac and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat47%
 Calories from Carbs36%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Calcium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A158.5 IU3.2%Mid 40%Average
Retinol42.6 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D10.9 IU2.7%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.55 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate22.1 mcg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid18.3 mcg
Vitamin B120.27 mcg4.6%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium80.6 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Iron0.27 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium8.7 mg2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Phosphorus71 mg7.1%Mid 40%Average
Potassium51.4 mg1.5%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium150.9 mg6.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.55 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium6.8 mcg9.8%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate7.5 g2.5%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.27 g1.1%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars1.1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.3 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.6 g7.2%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.3 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.3 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.1 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.4 g6.8%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.7 g13.7%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.8 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 309 Calories from Fat 145

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16.1 g 24.8%

Saturated Fat 10 g 50%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 47.9 mg 16%

Sodium 552.4 mg 23%

Total Carbohydrates 27.4 g 9.1%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 13.1 g 26.2%

Vitamin A 11.6% Vitamin C

Calcium 29.5% Iron 5.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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