7-Cheese Mac & Cheese has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 93.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 55.7 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing 7-Cheese Mac & Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 9, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 18% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.55 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 165.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.55 mg | 0.92% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 22.2 IU | 5.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.28 mg | 18.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.28 mg | 16.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.2 mg | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 78.9 mcg | 19.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 61.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.55 mcg | 9.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.55 mg | 5.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 0.28 mg | 0.03% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.2% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 31.3 mg | 7.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 0.28 mg | 0.03% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 175.9 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 435.7 mg | 18.2% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.28 mg | 13.9% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 26.6 mcg | 38% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.6 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 15.4 g | 30.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.1 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.3 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.6 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.9 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 20.1 g | 30.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 59.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.5 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1253 Calories from Fat 652
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 72.5 g 111.5%
Saturated Fat 43.1 g 215.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 372.6 mg 124.2%
Sodium 1572.8 mg 65.5%
Total Carbohydrates 93.6 g 31.2%
Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%
Sugars 4.3 g
Protein 55.7 g 111.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 0.1% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 249
Protein 10.2 g | Carbs 20.4 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 187
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 13.3 g | Fat 11.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 27.9 g | Fat 9.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 455
Protein 18.2 g | Carbs 27.3 g | Fat 30.4 g