Macaroni and Cheese 36 has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.
The food contains 24.9g 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 16.4 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.
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 19, for Macaroni and Cheese 36, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 20% | |
Calories from Fat | 50% | |
Calories from Carbs | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 478.9 IU | 9.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 123.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 14 IU | 3.5% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.8 mg | 8.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 72.8 mcg | 18.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 56.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.88 mcg | 14.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.88 mg | 8.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 311.4 mg | 31.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.88 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 29.8 mg | 7.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 278.9 mg | 27.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 146.5 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 543.2 mg | 22.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.8 mg | 11.7% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 24.6 mcg | 35.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.88 g | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.9 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.4 g | 28.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.9 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.9 mg | |||
Valine | 0.9 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.9 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.9 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.9 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.9 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 15.9 g | 24.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 47.8% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 331 Calories from Fat 163
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.1 g 27.8%
Saturated Fat 10.9 g 54.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 76 mg 25.3%
Sodium 619.3 mg 25.8%
Total Carbohydrates 24.9 g 8.3%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 1.1 g
Protein 16.4 g 32.8%
Vitamin A 10.9% Vitamin C
Calcium 35.5% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 400
Protein 19.9 g | Carbs 23.6 g | Fat 25.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 28.3 g | Fat 12.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 331
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 33.3 g | Fat 15.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 399
Protein 21.8 g | Carbs 25.4 g | Fat 23.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 198
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 22 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 17.4 g | Carbs 10.5 g | Fat 7.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 91
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 1.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 141
Protein 12.5 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 5.9 g