Macaroni & Cheese With a Twist - Kids Love It! has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.
The food contains 28.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 10.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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 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 & Cheese With a Twist - Kids Love It! has been given a composite ranking of 47, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 426.2 IU | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 27 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 2.8 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 9.9 IU | 2.5% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 61 mcg | 15.2% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 46.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.71 mcg | 11.8% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.71 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 36.9 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.9% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 22.7 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 124.8 mg | 12.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 157.4 mg | 4.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 483.2 mg | 20.1% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0.71 mg | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 14.2 mcg | 20.3% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 20.2 g | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 4.1 g | |||
Glucose | 0.7 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.7 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 7.4 g | 14.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0.7 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 10 g | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.4 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.1 g 21.7%
Saturated Fat 6.5 g 32.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 31 mg 10.3%
Sodium 681.3 mg 28.4%
Total Carbohydrates 28.5 g 9.5%
Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%
Sugars 5.8 g
Protein 10.4 g 20.8%
Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 5.2% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 223
Protein 9.1 g | Carbs 22.6 g | Fat 10.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 372
Protein 16.3 g | Carbs 68.1 g | Fat 3.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 259
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 26.5 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 432
Protein 19.4 g | Carbs 20.9 g | Fat 30.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 9.5 g | Carbs 12.9 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 17.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 467
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 77.9 g | Fat 11.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 268
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 20 g