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.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 42% | |
Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 550 IU | 11% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 125 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.83 mg | 1.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 3.3 IU | 0.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.83 mg | 55.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.83 mg | 49% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 3.3 mg | 16.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 115 mcg | 28.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 100.8 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.83 mcg | 13.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.83 mg | 8.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 305.8 mg | 30.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 45 mg | 11.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 323.3 mg | 32.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 350 mg | 10% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 524.7 mg | 21.9% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.5 mg | 16.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.83 mg | 41.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 37.5 mcg | 53.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 13.8% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.2 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.8 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 17 g | 34% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.8 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.8 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.8 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4.2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 18.8 g | 29% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 3.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
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
Per Serving | Calories 179
Protein 12 g | Carbs 24.1 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 383
Protein 23.8 g | Carbs 35.4 g | Fat 15.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 279
Protein 11.9 g | Carbs 18 g | Fat 17.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 219
Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 14.6 g | Fat 11.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 217
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 23.5 g | Fat 10.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 71
Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 8.8 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 332
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 23.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 77
Protein 6.5 g | Carbs 9.5 g | Fat 1.6 g