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4 cheese mac n - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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4 cheese mac n cheese Recipe

4 cheese mac n cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 27.4g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 24.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing 4 cheese mac n cheese has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs25%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

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

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1605 IU32.1%
Vitamin C12.7 mg21.2%
Vitamin D6.8 IU1.7%
Vitamin E0.8 mg2.7%
Thiamin0.25 mg16.5%
Riboflavin0.44 mg26%
Niacin2.1 mg10.7%
Vitamin B60.21 mg10.7%
Folate88.4 mcg22.1%
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.74 mg7.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium636 mg63.6%
Iron2.4 mg13.6%
Magnesium52.8 mg13.2%
Phosphorus481 mg48.1%
Potassium381.4 mg10.9%
Sodium665 mg27.7%
Zinc2.9 mg19.1%
Copper0.19 mg9.7%
Manganese0.4 mg19.8%
Selenium27.5 mcg39.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate27.4 g9.1%
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.4%
Sugars0.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein24.6 g49.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat24.8 g38.2%
Saturated Fat15.4 g77%
Monounsaturated Fat6.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 428 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24.8 g 38.2%

Saturated Fat 15.4 g 77%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 74.8 mg 24.9%

Sodium 665 mg 27.7%

Total Carbohydrates 27.4 g 9.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 0.5 g

Protein 24.6 g 49.2%

Vitamin A 32.1% Vitamin C 21.2%

Calcium 63.6% Iron 13.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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