Muenster Mac and Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 44g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 14.1 gms of protein, it is 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. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also an average 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 Muenster Mac and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 30, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 46% | |
Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 740 IU | 14.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.06 mg | 0.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 12.8 IU | 3.2% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.36 mg | 1.2% | ||
Thiamin | 0.13 mg | 8.7% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.2 mg | 11.8% | ||
Niacin | 0.68 mg | 3.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 2% | ||
Folate | 42 mcg | 10.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.53 mcg | 8.9% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.2 mg | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 221 mg | 22.1% | ||
Iron | 0.81 mg | 4.5% | ||
Magnesium | 19.6 mg | 4.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 186 mg | 18.6% | ||
Potassium | 70.8 mg | 2% | ||
Sodium | 252.3 mg | 10.5% | ||
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 7.9% | ||
Copper | 0.06 mg | 3.2% | ||
Manganese | 0.13 mg | 6.5% | ||
Selenium | 4.3 mcg | 6.1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 44 g | 14.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | ||
Sugars | 0.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 14.1 g | 28.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 22.4 g | 34.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 430 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.4 g 34.5%
Saturated Fat 13.6 g 68%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 85.6 mg 28.5%
Sodium 252.3 mg 10.5%
Total Carbohydrates 44 g 14.7%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 0.5 g
Protein 14.1 g 28.2%
Vitamin A 14.8% Vitamin C 0.1%
Calcium 22.1% Iron 4.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 455
Protein 14.8 g | Carbs 44 g | Fat 23.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 283
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 23.8 g | Fat 15.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 280
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 51.4 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 445
Protein 19.3 g | Carbs 52.1 g | Fat 18.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 363
Protein 17.3 g | Carbs 42.3 g | Fat 14.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 33
Protein 0.6 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 1.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 303
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 44.9 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 156
Protein 4.5 g | Carbs 33.9 g | Fat 1 g