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Creamy Mac-n-Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Creamy Mac-n-Cheese Recipe

Creamy Mac-n-Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 46.9g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.4 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 high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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".

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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Mac-n-Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 44, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs40%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1250 IU25%
Vitamin C0.48 mg0.8%
Vitamin D47.6 IU11.9%
Vitamin E0.26 mg0.87%
Thiamin0.49 mg32.4%
Riboflavin0.42 mg24.8%
Niacin2.7 mg13.7%
Vitamin B60.06 mg3%
Folate129.2 mcg32.3%
Vitamin B120.5 mcg8.4%
Pantothenic Acid0.38 mg3.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium1161 mg116.1%
Iron1.7 mg9.5%
Magnesium14.4 mg3.6%
Phosphorus144 mg14.4%
Potassium161.4 mg4.6%
Sodium892.7 mg37.2%
Zinc0.62 mg4.1%
Copper0.02 mg0.9%
Manganese0.02 mg0.8%
Selenium5 mcg7.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate46.9 g15.6%
Dietary Fiber5.4 g21.6%
Sugars5.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein23.4 g46.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat21.1 g32.5%
Saturated Fat13.3 g66.5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 455 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 21.1 g 32.5%

Saturated Fat 13.3 g 66.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 59.1 mg 19.7%

Sodium 892.7 mg 37.2%

Total Carbohydrates 46.9 g 15.6%

Dietary Fiber 5.4 g21.6%

Sugars 5.7 g

Protein 23.4 g 46.8%

Vitamin A 25% Vitamin C 0.8%

Calcium 116.1% Iron 9.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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