Macaroni and Cheese 28 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 36.9g 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 22.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 very high 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 Macaroni and Cheese 28 has been given a composite ranking of 19, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 501.8 IU | 10% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 136.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.6 mg | 1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 15.7 IU | 3.9% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.6 mg | 35.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 74.7 mcg | 18.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 59.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.6 mcg | 10% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.6 mg | 6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 288.6 mg | 28.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 28.9 mg | 7.2% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 259.6 mg | 26% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 155.4 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 436 mg | 18.2% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.8 mg | 12% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 24.7 mcg | 35.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 7.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.6 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 13.6 g | 27.2% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.2 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.6 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 15.5 g | 23.8% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 472 Calories from Fat 231
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.7 g 39.5%
Saturated Fat 15.6 g 78%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 121 mg 40.3%
Sodium 723.8 mg 30.2%
Total Carbohydrates 36.9 g 12.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g6%
Sugars 1.7 g
Protein 22.6 g 45.2%
Vitamin A 16.7% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 47.9% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 159
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 14.7 g | Fat 7.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 197
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 19.8 g | Fat 9.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 133
Protein 7.2 g | Carbs 10.5 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 267
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 29 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 117
Protein 8.4 g | Carbs 11.1 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 228
Protein 16.5 g | Carbs 0.02 g | Fat 17.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 106
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 8.2 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 115
Protein 9.1 g | Carbs 8.5 g | Fat 5 g