Light Prep Mac n Cheese w/ Ground Beef has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 37.6g 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 low 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.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 Light Prep Mac n Cheese w/ Ground Beef has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 32% | |
Calories from Carbs | 46% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.24 mg | 0.8% | ||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.7% | ||
Niacin | 2.3 mg | 11.6% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.16 mg | 8% | ||
Folate | 4.4 mcg | 1.1% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg | 18.7% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.32 mg | 3.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 11 mg | 1.1% | ||
Iron | 1.1 mg | 6.2% | ||
Magnesium | 9.6 mg | 2.4% | ||
Phosphorus | 91 mg | 9.1% | ||
Potassium | 151 mg | 4.3% | ||
Sodium | 508.2 mg | 21.2% | ||
Zinc | 2.6 mg | 17.1% | ||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 9.1 mcg | 13% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 37.6 g | 12.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3.2% | ||
Sugars | 4.8 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 | 11.7 g | 18% | ||
Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 340 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.7 g 18%
Saturated Fat 5.4 g 27%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 35.4 mg 11.8%
Sodium 508.2 mg 21.2%
Total Carbohydrates 37.6 g 12.5%
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%
Sugars 4.8 g
Protein 18.7 g 37.4%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 1.1% Iron 6.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 360
Protein 25.8 g | Carbs 17.2 g | Fat 20.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 202
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 18.5 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 594
Protein 37.2 g | Carbs 41.2 g | Fat 31.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 470
Protein 30.9 g | Carbs 34.8 g | Fat 22.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 490
Protein 22.5 g | Carbs 54.7 g | Fat 19.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 142
Protein 9.4 g | Carbs 12.3 g | Fat 6.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 312
Protein 25.7 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 20.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 253
Protein 14.6 g | Carbs 22.8 g | Fat 10.8 g