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Creamy , Light Macaroni and Cheese 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy, Light Macaroni and Cheese 1 Recipe

Creamy, Light Macaroni and Cheese 1 has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 56.8g 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 17.2 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 74, for Creamy, Light Macaroni and Cheese 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat20%
 Calories from Carbs61%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2.3 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol23 mcg
Vitamin C5.9 mg9.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D2.3 IU0.6%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.45 mg30%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.7 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate73 mcg18.2%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid58.6 mcg
Vitamin B120.45 mcg7.5%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.45 mg4.5%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium140.5 mg14.1%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.4 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium29.3 mg7.3%Top 30%High
Phosphorus142.3 mg14.2%Top 30%High
Potassium205 mg5.9%Mid 40%Average
Sodium181.6 mg7.6%Mid 40%Average
Zinc0.9 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.45 mg22.5%Top 30%High
Selenium19.4 mcg27.7%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate25.6 g8.5%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.5 g
Glucose0.5 mg
Fructose0.5 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.7 g15.5%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.7 g5.7%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat1.8 g9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.4 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 370 Calories from Fat 74

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.2 g 12.6%

Saturated Fat 4 g 20%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 21.2 mg 7.1%

Sodium 403.2 mg 16.8%

Total Carbohydrates 56.8 g 18.9%

Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%

Sugars 5.5 g

Protein 17.2 g 34.4%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 21.7%

Calcium 31.2% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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