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Dads Favorite Mac and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Dads Favorite Mac and Cheese Recipe

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

The food contains 49.7g 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. With 20.4 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.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Dads Favorite Mac and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 17, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs41%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A550 IU11%Top 10%Very High
Retinol125 mcg
Vitamin C0.83 mg1.4%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.3 IU0.8%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.83 mg55.6%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.83 mg49%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.3 mg16.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate115 mcg28.8%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid100.8 mcg
Vitamin B120.83 mcg13.9%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.83 mg8.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium305.8 mg30.6%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.7 mg9.3%Top 30%High
Magnesium45 mg11.3%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus323.3 mg32.3%Top 10%Very High
Potassium350 mg10%Top 10%Very High
Sodium524.7 mg21.9%Top 30%High
Zinc2.5 mg16.7%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.83 mg41.7%Top 10%Very High
Selenium37.5 mcg53.6%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41.4 g13.8%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.8 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein17 g34%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid0.8 mg
Glutamic Acid4.2 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.8 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.8 g29%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat11.5 g57.5%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 486 Calories from Fat 203

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22.6 g 34.8%

Saturated Fat 13.8 g 69%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 59.9 mg 20%

Sodium 629.6 mg 26.2%

Total Carbohydrates 49.7 g 16.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.7 g6.8%

Sugars 1.4 g

Protein 20.4 g 40.8%

Vitamin A 13.2% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 36.7% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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