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Ranch Mac 'n' Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Ranch Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Ranch Mac 'n' Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 66.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 22.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of 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.

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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Ranch Mac 'n' Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 20, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A539.4 IU10.8%Top 10%Very High
Retinol141.9 mcg
Vitamin C0.63 mg1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D12.5 IU3.1%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.63 mg41.7%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.63 mg36.8%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.8 mg18.8%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate131.9 mcg33%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid114.4 mcg
Vitamin B120.63 mcg10.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.63 mg6.3%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium238.1 mg23.8%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.9 mg10.4%Top 30%High
Magnesium40 mg10%Top 30%High
Phosphorus259.4 mg25.9%Top 10%Very High
Potassium220 mg6.3%Top 30%High
Sodium221 mg9.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.9 mg12.5%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.63 mg31.3%Top 10%Very High
Selenium36.9 mcg52.7%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41.8 g13.9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.6 g6.5%Mid 40%Average
Starch33.8 g
Sugars1.1 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose1.3 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.1 g28.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.6 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine0.6 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.6 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.6 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid0.6 mg
Glutamic Acid4.4 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19.1 g29.3%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat11.5 g57.5%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.3 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water55.6 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 635 Calories from Fat 275

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30.5 g 46.9%

Saturated Fat 18.4 g 92%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 77.5 mg 25.8%

Sodium 353.6 mg 14.7%

Total Carbohydrates 66.9 g 22.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 1.7 g

Protein 22.5 g 45%

Vitamin A 17.3% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 38.1% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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