Elegant Macaroni & Cheese (For Grownups) has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 65.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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 52 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 4 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. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. 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 Elegant Macaroni & Cheese (For Grownups) has been given a composite ranking of 10, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 23% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 28% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.42 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 159.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.3 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 17.2 IU | 4.3% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.42 mg | 28% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.42 mg | 24.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 3.4 mg | 16.8% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 91.6 mcg | 22.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 65.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg | 42% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.84 mg | 8.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 0.42 mg | 0.04% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 1.7 mg | 9.3% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 47.5 mg | 11.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 383.6 mg | 38.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 235.3 mg | 6.7% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 365.1 mg | 15.2% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 3.4 mg | 22.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0.42 mg | 21% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.42 mg | 21% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 41.2 mcg | 58.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 27.4 g | 9.1% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.4 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 21.8 g | 43.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0.4 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.8 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0.4 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 1.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.8 mg | |||
Valine | 1.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.8 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.8 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 5 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 1.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 21.1 g | 32.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 924 Calories from Fat 452
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.2 g 77.2%
Saturated Fat 29.6 g 148%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 236.3 mg 78.8%
Sodium 868.9 mg 36.2%
Total Carbohydrates 65.2 g 21.7%
Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%
Sugars 2.7 g
Protein 52 g 104%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 0.1% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 464
Protein 19.8 g | Carbs 66.2 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 276
Protein 15.5 g | Carbs 35.5 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 292
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 15 g | Fat 19.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 268
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 21.4 g | Fat 14.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 147
Protein 10.4 g | Carbs 1.69 g | Fat 10.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 168
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 26.3 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 75
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 10.1 g | Fat 2 g
Per Serving | Calories 262
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 37 g | Fat 7.7 g