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Brandy's Skinny Macaroni and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Brandy's Skinny Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Brandy's Skinny Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin.

The food contains 53.3g 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 22.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of 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 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 average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Brandy's Skinny Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 37, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat41%
 Calories from Carbs42%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A325 IU6.5%
Vitamin C3.5 mg5.9%
Vitamin D28 IU7%
Vitamin E2.6 mg8.8%
Thiamin0.31 mg20.7%
Riboflavin0.2 mg11.8%
Niacin1.9 mg9.5%
Vitamin B60.12 mg5.8%
Folate43.6 mcg10.9%
Vitamin B120.18 mcg3%
Pantothenic Acid0.38 mg3.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium140 mg14%
Iron1.8 mg10%
Magnesium26.8 mg6.7%
Phosphorus124 mg12.4%
Potassium243.5 mg7%
Sodium955.4 mg39.8%
Zinc0.77 mg5.1%
Copper0.1 mg5.2%
Manganese0.36 mg18.1%
Selenium9.5 mcg13.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate53.3 g17.8%
Dietary Fiber5 g20%
Sugars4.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.1 g44.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat23.1 g35.5%
Saturated Fat12.4 g62%
Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 505 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 23.1 g 35.5%

Saturated Fat 12.4 g 62%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 58.2 mg 19.4%

Sodium 955.4 mg 39.8%

Total Carbohydrates 53.3 g 17.8%

Dietary Fiber 5 g20%

Sugars 4.3 g

Protein 22.1 g 44.2%

Vitamin A 6.5% Vitamin C 5.9%

Calcium 14% Iron 10%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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