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Healthy Mac & Cheese W/ Spinach - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Healthy Mac & Cheese W/ Spinach Recipe

Healthy Mac & Cheese W/ Spinach has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 13.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 10.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low 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. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Healthy Mac & Cheese W/ Spinach has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs31%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2645 IU52.9%
Vitamin C4.2 mg7%
Vitamin D14.4 IU3.6%
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.02 mg1.3%
Riboflavin0.05 mg3.1%
Niacin0.14 mg0.7%
Vitamin B60.05 mg2.3%
Folate34 mcg8.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.03 mg0.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium89 mg8.9%
Iron0.52 mg2.9%
Magnesium22 mg5.5%
Phosphorus15 mg1.5%
Potassium95 mg2.7%
Sodium339.1 mg14.1%
Zinc0.23 mg1.5%
Copper0.04 mg2.2%
Manganese0.3 mg14.9%
Selenium0.56 mcg0.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.9 g4.6%
Dietary Fiber2.1 g8.4%
Sugars2.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.6 g21.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9 g13.8%
Saturated Fat5.5 g27.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9 g 13.8%

Saturated Fat 5.5 g 27.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 25.8 mg 8.6%

Sodium 339.1 mg 14.1%

Total Carbohydrates 13.9 g 4.6%

Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%

Sugars 2.7 g

Protein 10.6 g 21.2%

Vitamin A 52.9% Vitamin C 7%

Calcium 8.9% Iron 2.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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