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Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Folate.

The food contains 45.4g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only 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 a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Ultimate Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 33, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs36%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A422.2 IU8.4%Top 30%High
Retinol93.7 mcg
Vitamin C0.48 mg0.81%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D8.7 IU2.2%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.9 mg9.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate63.3 mcg15.8%Top 30%High
Folic Acid50.7 mcg
Vitamin B120.48 mcg8.1%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.48 mg4.8%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium238.6 mg23.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.97 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Magnesium26.1 mg6.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus204.3 mg20.4%Top 30%High
Potassium133.8 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium267.9 mg11.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.4 mg9.7%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.48 mg24.2%Top 30%High
Selenium18.4 mcg26.2%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.9 g7.3%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.92 g3.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.9%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid2.9 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.4 g19.1%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat7.3 g36.7%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat3.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol2.4 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 537 Calories from Fat 231

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25.7 g 39.5%

Saturated Fat 15.2 g 76%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 80.5 mg 26.8%

Sodium 554.5 mg 23.1%

Total Carbohydrates 45.4 g 15.1%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 1.7 g

Protein 21.6 g 43.2%

Vitamin A 17.5% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 49.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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