Quick & Easy Mac & Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin C.
The food contains 47.1g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 16.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.64 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick & Easy Mac & Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 5% | |
Calories from Carbs | 71% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 725 IU | 14.5% | ||
Vitamin C | 15.8 mg | 26.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.04 mg | 0.13% | ||
Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 1.5% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.09 mg | 5.2% | ||
Niacin | 0.08 mg | 0.4% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 1.5% | ||
Folate | 3.2 mcg | 0.8% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.23 mcg | 3.9% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.2 mg | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 76 mg | 7.6% | ||
Iron | 3.6 mg | 20.2% | ||
Magnesium | 7.2 mg | 1.8% | ||
Phosphorus | 63 mg | 6.3% | ||
Potassium | 106.2 mg | 3% | ||
Sodium | 408.2 mg | 17% | ||
Zinc | 0.26 mg | 1.7% | ||
Copper | 0.01 mg | 0.4% | ||
Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.3% | ||
Selenium | 1.3 mcg | 1.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 47.1 g | 15.7% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 20.4% | ||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 16.1 g | 32.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 270 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.4 g 2.2%
Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 6.2 mg 2.1%
Sodium 408.2 mg 17%
Total Carbohydrates 47.1 g 15.7%
Dietary Fiber 5.1 g20.4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 16.1 g 32.2%
Vitamin A 14.5% Vitamin C 26.3%
Calcium 7.6% Iron 20.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 10 g | Carbs 18.6 g | Fat 7.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 551
Protein 24.5 g | Carbs 72.7 g | Fat 18.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 274
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 26.7 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 366
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 49 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 271
Protein 15.7 g | Carbs 20.4 g | Fat 13.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 25.5 g | Carbs 31.6 g | Fat 1.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 208
Protein 16.8 g | Carbs 22 g | Fat 6.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 310
Protein 11.7 g | Carbs 52.3 g | Fat 6.2 g