Bird's Famous Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 59.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 24 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Bird's Famous Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.4 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 141.9 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.4 mg | 0.67% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 27.4 IU | 6.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.4 mg | 26.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.4 mg | 23.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2 mg | 10.1% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 69 mcg | 17.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 58.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.4 mcg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.4 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 187.5 mg | 18.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 25 mg | 6.3% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 183.1 mg | 18.3% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 148.8 mg | 4.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 362.7 mg | 15.1% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 8.1% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.4 mg | 20.2% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 20.2 mcg | 28.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 0.97 g | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 3 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.4 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 9.7 g | 19.4% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.4 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.4 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 14.3 g | 22% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 42.9% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 654 Calories from Fat 320
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.5 g 54.6%
Saturated Fat 21.3 g 106.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 112.2 mg 37.4%
Sodium 899.6 mg 37.5%
Total Carbohydrates 59.3 g 19.8%
Dietary Fiber 2.4 g9.6%
Sugars 7.4 g
Protein 24 g 48%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 46.5% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 223
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 31.7 g | Fat 6.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 228
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 13.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 176
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 8.6 g | Fat 11.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 12 g | Carbs 26.2 g | Fat 11.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 167
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 18.3 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 116
Protein 19.9 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 313
Protein 20.3 g | Carbs 15.8 g | Fat 18 g
Per Serving | Calories 320
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 13.9 g | Fat 23.7 g