Velveeta - Velveeta Shells & Cheese Light 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.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 37, for Velveeta - Velveeta Shells & Cheese Light, 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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 132.3 mg | 13.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.88 mg | 4.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
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 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 291
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 51.1 g | Fat 4 g
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Protein 25.4 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 10.6 g
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Protein 6.5 g | Carbs 19.4 g | Fat 8.2 g
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Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 67.3 g | Fat 1.1 g
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Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 43.2 g | Fat 10.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 317
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 10.6 g | Fat 24.7 g
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Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 21.2 g
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Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 43.2 g | Fat 10.6 g
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