Creamy Macaroni and Cheese for Six has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 110.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 39 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Creamy Macaroni and Cheese for Six has been given a composite ranking of 13, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 13% | |
Calories from Fat | 52% | |
Calories from Carbs | 36% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.65 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 178.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.3 mg | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 14.8 IU | 3.7% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.32 mg | 21.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 19% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.9 mg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 85.2 mcg | 21.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 69 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.32 mcg | 5.4% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.32 mg | 3.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 239.4 mg | 23.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.9 mg | 10.8% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 34.2 mg | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 234.8 mg | 23.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 208.1 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 367.5 mg | 15.3% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.32 mg | 16.1% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 27.1 mcg | 38.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 35.7 g | 11.9% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 6.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.5 g | |||
Glucose | 0.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.6 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.6 g | 25.2% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.3 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.6 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.6 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.6 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 22.9 g | 35.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1237 Calories from Fat 640
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 71.1 g 109.4%
Saturated Fat 43.6 g 218%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 197.5 mg 65.8%
Sodium 1139.4 mg 47.5%
Total Carbohydrates 110.7 g 36.9%
Dietary Fiber 4.8 g19.2%
Sugars 4.8 g
Protein 39 g 78%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 6.7%
Calcium 74.2% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 182
Protein 7.5 g | Carbs 34 g | Fat 1.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 8.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 442
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 36.5 g | Fat 24.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 289
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 19.1 g | Fat 19.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 158
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 4.7 g | Fat 10.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 165
Protein 5.8 g | Carbs 3.7 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 215
Protein 1.6 g | Carbs 19.5 g | Fat 15.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 123
Protein 2.3 g | Carbs 16.9 g | Fat 6.1 g