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Rigatoni and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Rigatoni and Cheese Recipe

Rigatoni and Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin A.

The food contains 46g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.6 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".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 62, for Rigatoni and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs38%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1225 IU24.5%
Vitamin C10.7 mg17.9%
Vitamin D2.8 IU0.7%
Vitamin E3.7 mg12.5%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.8%
Riboflavin0.16 mg9.4%
Niacin1.9 mg9.7%
Vitamin B60.14 mg6.8%
Folate14 mcg3.5%
Vitamin B120.13 mcg2.1%
Pantothenic Acid0.73 mg7.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium815 mg81.5%
Iron3 mg16.8%
Magnesium32.4 mg8.1%
Phosphorus135 mg13.5%
Potassium519 mg14.8%
Sodium2 mg0.1%
Zinc0.84 mg5.6%
Copper0.46 mg22.8%
Manganese0.26 mg12.8%
Selenium5.4 mcg7.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate46 g15.3%
Dietary Fiber2.7 g10.8%
Sugars6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.6 g47.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat22.9 g35.2%
Saturated Fat11.2 g56%
Monounsaturated Fat2.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 479 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22.9 g 35.2%

Saturated Fat 11.2 g 56%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 50.1 mg 16.7%

Sodium 2 mg 0.1%

Total Carbohydrates 46 g 15.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%

Sugars 6 g

Protein 23.6 g 47.2%

Vitamin A 24.5% Vitamin C 17.9%

Calcium 81.5% Iron 16.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=762057 Embed Table:

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