Better Than Box Mac & Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.
The food contains 29.6g 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 22.2 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 low 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.
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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Better Than Box Mac & Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 29, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 895 IU | 17.9% | ||
Vitamin C | 24 mg | 40% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.02 mg | 0.07% | ||
Thiamin | 0.17 mg | 11.4% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.9% | ||
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 1.4% | ||
Folate | 64.8 mcg | 16.2% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.09 mg | 0.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 726 mg | 72.6% | ||
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.5% | ||
Magnesium | 15.2 mg | 3.8% | ||
Phosphorus | 45 mg | 4.5% | ||
Potassium | 26 mg | 0.7% | ||
Sodium | 554.2 mg | 23.1% | ||
Zinc | 0.45 mg | 3% | ||
Copper | 0.08 mg | 4.2% | ||
Manganese | 0.24 mg | 12% | ||
Selenium | 17.9 mcg | 25.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 29.6 g | 9.9% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | 8% | ||
Sugars | 3.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 22.2 g | 44.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 24.8 g | 38.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 482 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.8 g 38.2%
Saturated Fat 15.7 g 78.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 69.3 mg 23.1%
Sodium 554.2 mg 23.1%
Total Carbohydrates 29.6 g 9.9%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 3.2 g
Protein 22.2 g 44.4%
Vitamin A 17.9% Vitamin C 40%
Calcium 72.6% Iron 6.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 413
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 76.3 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 321
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 30 g | Fat 19.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 427
Protein 28 g | Carbs 56.3 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 433
Protein 10.2 g | Carbs 52.2 g | Fat 19 g