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Macaroni and Cheese for Two - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Macaroni and Cheese for Two Recipe

Macaroni and Cheese for Two has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 36.1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 25.4 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.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 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 for Two has been given a composite ranking of 19, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs28%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A377.3 IU7.5%Top 30%High
Retinol98.8 mcg
Vitamin C0.39 mg0.65%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D14.8 IU3.7%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0.39 mg23%Top 10%Very High
Niacin0.78 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate39.8 mcg10%Top 30%High
Folic Acid27 mcg
Vitamin B120.39 mcg6.5%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.39 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium197.7 mg19.8%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.78 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium18 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus179.7 mg18%Top 30%High
Potassium89.8 mg2.6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium406.4 mg16.9%Top 30%High
Zinc1.2 mg7.8%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium17.6 mcg25.1%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate14.1 g4.7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.7 g2.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.4 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.4 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.9 g19.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.8 g18.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat7 g35%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 521 Calories from Fat 272

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30.2 g 46.5%

Saturated Fat 17.9 g 89.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 189 mg 63%

Sodium 1040.3 mg 43.3%

Total Carbohydrates 36.1 g 12%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 25.4 g 50.8%

Vitamin A 19.3% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 50.6% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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