Velveeta - Velveeta Shells & Cheese has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 51.15g 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. With 12.35 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 36, for Velveeta - Velveeta Shells & Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 12% | |
Calories from Carbs | 71% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 264.6 IU | 5.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 132.3 mg | 13.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0 mg | |||
Magnesium | 0 mg | |||
Phosphorus | 0 mg | |||
Potassium | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 873 mg | 36.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 17% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 6.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 12.3 g | 24.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4 g | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 8.8% | Top 30% | High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 330 Calories from Fat 40
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.5 g 6.9%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 990 mg 41.3%
Total Carbohydrates 58 g 19.3%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 7 g
Protein 14 g 28%
Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C
Calcium 15% Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 291
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 51.1 g | Fat 4 g
Per 100g | Calories 176
Protein 6.5 g | Carbs 19.4 g | Fat 8.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 347
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 67.3 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 6
Protein 0.59 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 0.44 g
Per 100g | Calories 353
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 28.2 g | Fat 21.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 123
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 9.7 g | Fat 6.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 260
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 41.4 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 241
Protein 9.6 g | Carbs 33.7 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 147
Protein 6.5 g | Carbs 9.8 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 81
Protein 0 g | Carbs 6.5 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 291
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 51.1 g | Fat 4 g
Per 100g | Calories 328
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 41.3 g | Fat 12.7 g