quick n easy mac and cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 26.7g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing quick n easy mac and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 17, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 43% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 555 IU | 11.1% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.18 mg | 0.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.8% | ||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 253 mg | 25.3% | ||
Iron | 0.11 mg | 0.6% | ||
Magnesium | 0 mg | |||
Phosphorus | 500 mg | 50% | ||
Potassium | 177.9 mg | 5.1% | ||
Sodium | 920 mg | 38.3% | ||
Zinc | 1.1 mg | 7% | ||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 8.9% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4.4% | ||
Sugars | 5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.2 g | 24.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.3 g | 20.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 41.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 274 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.3 g 20.5%
Saturated Fat 8.3 g 41.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 46.4 mg 15.5%
Sodium 920 mg 38.3%
Total Carbohydrates 26.7 g 8.9%
Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 12.2 g 24.4%
Vitamin A 11.1% Vitamin C 0.3%
Calcium 25.3% Iron 0.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 270
Protein 16.1 g | Carbs 47.1 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 184
Protein 10 g | Carbs 18.6 g | Fat 7.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 366
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 49 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 382
Protein 21 g | Carbs 48 g | Fat 11.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 240
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 48.2 g | Fat 2.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 287
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 20.8 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 238
Protein 18.7 g | Carbs 5.1 g | Fat 15.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 438
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 57.4 g | Fat 16.4 g