Excellent Homemade Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 47.7g 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. With 34.3 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.
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 average 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 Excellent Homemade Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 20, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 47% | |
Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.41 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 124.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 32 IU | 8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.41 mg | 27.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.41 mg | 24.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.6 mg | 8.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 68 mcg | 17% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 51.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.41 mcg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.41 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 301.6 mg | 30.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.2 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 27 mg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 273 mg | 27.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 148 mg | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 364.9 mg | 15.2% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.6 mg | 10.9% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.41 mg | 20.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 23.8 mcg | 34% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 6.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.74 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 2.3 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.4 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.1 g | 28.1% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 13.2 g | 20.3% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 39.5% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 623 Calories from Fat 290
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.2 g 49.5%
Saturated Fat 19.3 g 96.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 198.8 mg 66.3%
Sodium 890.3 mg 37.1%
Total Carbohydrates 47.7 g 15.9%
Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%
Sugars 5.6 g
Protein 34.3 g 68.6%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C
Calcium 73.6% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 259
Protein 9.9 g | Carbs 33.4 g | Fat 9.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 316
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 20.3 g | Fat 18 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 13.4 g | Carbs 26.4 g | Fat 11.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 382
Protein 16.1 g | Carbs 24.3 g | Fat 24.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 11.6 g | Carbs 6.6 g | Fat 16.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 112
Protein 1 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 9.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 600
Protein 22 g | Carbs 18.5 g | Fat 49.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 214
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 8.1 g