Bird's Famous Macaroni and Cheese (Lite) has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 41.7g 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 22 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 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 (Lite) has been given a composite ranking of 35, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 21% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.37 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 97.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 22.5 IU | 5.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.37 mg | 22% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.1 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 43.8 mcg | 11% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 33 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.37 mcg | 6.2% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.37 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 147.2 mg | 14.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.75 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 16.9 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 165.2 mg | 16.5% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 144.6 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 426.6 mg | 17.8% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0.75 mg | 5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.37 mg | 18.7% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 15.4 mcg | 21.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.67 g | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 2.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.4 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 8.2 g | 16.5% | 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 | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2.2 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 | 7 g | 10.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 426 Calories from Fat 169
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.7 g 28.8%
Saturated Fat 9.9 g 49.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 108.3 mg 36.1%
Sodium 1139 mg 47.5%
Total Carbohydrates 41.7 g 13.9%
Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%
Sugars 6.6 g
Protein 22 g 44%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C
Calcium 39.3% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 177
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 16.3 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 320
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 24.4 g | Fat 17.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 385
Protein 20.2 g | Carbs 51.5 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 143
Protein 8.7 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 97
Protein 3.5 g | Carbs 10.4 g | Fat 5.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 159
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 23.3 g | Fat 1.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 169
Protein 1 g | Carbs 22.8 g | Fat 8.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 65
Protein 7.6 g | Carbs 6.9 g | Fat 0.95 g