Macaroni and Cheese 8 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 62.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and average 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 28.6 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.
However, the very 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 very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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 8 has been given a composite ranking of 10, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 33% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.52 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 119.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1 mg | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 8.8 IU | 2.2% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.52 mg | 34.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.52 mg | 30.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.6 mg | 13% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 81.9 mcg | 20.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 68.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.52 mcg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.52 mg | 5.2% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 327.5 mg | 32.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.6 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 28.5 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 450.8 mg | 45.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 277.7 mg | 7.9% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 650.7 mg | 27.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.6 mg | 10.4% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.52 mg | 25.9% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 22.3 mcg | 31.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 32.2 g | 10.7% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 3 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.5 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 14.8 g | 29.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.5 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.5 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.5 mg | |||
Valine | 0.5 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.5 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.6 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.5 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 22.6 g | 34.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 13.7 g | 68.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 3.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 757 Calories from Fat 393
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.6 g 67.1%
Saturated Fat 26.4 g 132%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 129.7 mg 43.2%
Sodium 1255.9 mg 52.3%
Total Carbohydrates 62.1 g 20.7%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 5.8 g
Protein 28.6 g 57.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 63.2% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 242
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 22.7 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 228
Protein 10.4 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 11.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 283
Protein 11.9 g | Carbs 55.4 g | Fat 1.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 325
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 19.4 g | Fat 21.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 166
Protein 7.3 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 11.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 229
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 30.7 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 167
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 20.6 g | Fat 5.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 154
Protein 21.8 g | Carbs 0.52 g | Fat 6.4 g