"extraordinary" Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 58.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 25.3 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its very 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 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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 52, for "extraordinary" Macaroni and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 47% | |
Calories from Carbs | 37% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.44 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 65.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4.2 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 4.8 IU | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.22 mg | 14.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.22 mg | 12.9% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 1.1 mg | 5.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 39 mcg | 9.8% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 27.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.22 mcg | 3.7% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.22 mg | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 145 mg | 14.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.66 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 18.9 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 133.8 mg | 13.4% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 167.1 mg | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 228.9 mg | 9.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 0.88 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.22 mg | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 10.7 mcg | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.68 g | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.9 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.4 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.2 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 5.5 g | 11.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.2 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.2 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.2 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.2 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.2 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.2 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 7.3 g | 11.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 633 Calories from Fat 300
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33.3 g 51.2%
Saturated Fat 20.5 g 102.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 100.6 mg 33.5%
Sodium 1043.9 mg 43.5%
Total Carbohydrates 58.4 g 19.5%
Dietary Fiber 3.1 g12.4%
Sugars 4.3 g
Protein 25.3 g 50.6%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 31.7%
Calcium 66.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 17.8 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 222
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 27.1 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 17.8 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 228
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 12.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 253
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 12.8 g | Fat 16.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 191
Protein 0.88 g | Carbs 7.8 g | Fat 17 g
Per Serving | Calories 163
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 11.7 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 152
Protein 15.1 g | Carbs 19 g | Fat 2 g