Dreamy Macaroni and Cheese Bake has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 49.6g 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 27.4 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 high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Dreamy Macaroni and Cheese Bake has been given a composite ranking of 46, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 38% | |
Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 490 IU | 9.8% | ||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 46.8 IU | 11.7% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | 0.67% | ||
Thiamin | 0.67 mg | 44.8% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.47 mg | 27.7% | ||
Niacin | 4.4 mg | 22.1% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.13 mg | 6.4% | ||
Folate | 181.6 mcg | 45.4% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.45 mcg | 7.5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.4 mg | 4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 255 mg | 25.5% | ||
Iron | 2.1 mg | 11.7% | ||
Magnesium | 10 mg | 2.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 180 mg | 18% | ||
Potassium | 133.3 mg | 3.8% | ||
Sodium | 620.4 mg | 25.9% | ||
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9.4% | ||
Copper | 0.18 mg | 9.2% | ||
Manganese | 0 mg | 0.2% | ||
Selenium | 5.3 mcg | 7.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 49.6 g | 16.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 24.4% | ||
Sugars | 6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 27.4 g | 54.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 21.2 g | 32.6% | ||
Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 494 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.2 g 32.6%
Saturated Fat 9.8 g 49%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 81.2 mg 27.1%
Sodium 620.4 mg 25.9%
Total Carbohydrates 49.6 g 16.5%
Dietary Fiber 6.1 g24.4%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 27.4 g 54.8%
Vitamin A 9.8% Vitamin C
Calcium 25.5% Iron 11.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 402
Protein 19.2 g | Carbs 46.1 g | Fat 13.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 383
Protein 16.8 g | Carbs 30.6 g | Fat 21.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 198
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 23.6 g | Fat 6 g
Per Serving | Calories 418
Protein 19.2 g | Carbs 38.1 g | Fat 21.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 426
Protein 35 g | Carbs 34.2 g | Fat 15.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 407
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 54 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 287
Protein 23.3 g | Carbs 16.5 g | Fat 13.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 207
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 19.8 g | Fat 10.6 g