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Special Mac and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Special Mac and Cheese Recipe

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

The food contains 63.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 20.9 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 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Special Mac and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 73, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat27%
 Calories from Carbs55%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4655 IU93.1%
Vitamin C5.9 mg9.8%
Vitamin D33.2 IU8.3%
Vitamin E0.66 mg2.2%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.5%
Riboflavin0.16 mg9.7%
Niacin0.88 mg4.4%
Vitamin B60.12 mg5.8%
Folate18.4 mcg4.6%
Vitamin B120.31 mcg5.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.39 mg3.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium352 mg35.2%
Iron0.59 mg3.3%
Magnesium19.2 mg4.8%
Phosphorus109 mg10.9%
Potassium367.6 mg10.5%
Sodium456.2 mg19%
Zinc0.51 mg3.4%
Copper0.07 mg3.7%
Manganese0.11 mg5.7%
Selenium3.3 mcg4.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate63.5 g21.2%
Dietary Fiber8.3 g33.2%
Sugars9.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein20.9 g41.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat13.7 g21.1%
Saturated Fat5.3 g26.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 454 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 13.7 g 21.1%

Saturated Fat 5.3 g 26.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 25.1 mg 8.4%

Sodium 456.2 mg 19%

Total Carbohydrates 63.5 g 21.2%

Dietary Fiber 8.3 g33.2%

Sugars 9.6 g

Protein 20.9 g 41.8%

Vitamin A 93.1% Vitamin C 9.8%

Calcium 35.2% Iron 3.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2145121 Embed Table:

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