family size mac n cheese pasta dish has a high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.
The food contains 61.2g 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 20.7 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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".
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.95 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. It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing family size mac n cheese pasta dish has been given a composite ranking of 60, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 34% | |
Calories from Carbs | 49% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1080 IU | 21.6% | ||
Vitamin C | 24.1 mg | 40.2% | ||
Vitamin D | 18 IU | 4.5% | ||
Vitamin E | 2.3 mg | 7.7% | ||
Thiamin | 0.37 mg | 24.8% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.49 mg | 28.8% | ||
Niacin | 3.8 mg | 18.8% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | 10.2% | ||
Folate | 93.2 mcg | 23.3% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.47 mcg | 7.9% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.86 mg | 8.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 389 mg | 38.9% | ||
Iron | 5 mg | 27.5% | ||
Magnesium | 64.4 mg | 16.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 339 mg | 33.9% | ||
Potassium | 662.4 mg | 18.9% | ||
Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Zinc | 2.4 mg | 15.9% | ||
Copper | 0.49 mg | 24.3% | ||
Manganese | 0.48 mg | 23.9% | ||
Selenium | 11.8 mcg | 16.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 20.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 25.6% | ||
Sugars | 14.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 20.7 g | 41.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 18.8 g | 28.9% | ||
Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 49.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 482 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.8 g 28.9%
Saturated Fat 9.9 g 49.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 83 mg 27.7%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 61.2 g 20.4%
Dietary Fiber 6.4 g25.6%
Sugars 14.4 g
Protein 20.7 g 41.4%
Vitamin A 21.6% Vitamin C 40.2%
Calcium 38.9% Iron 27.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 434
Protein 16.2 g | Carbs 49.8 g | Fat 19.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 361
Protein 18.3 g | Carbs 20.4 g | Fat 22.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 202
Protein 10.9 g | Carbs 37 g | Fat 1.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 378
Protein 21.9 g | Carbs 65.2 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 655
Protein 57.9 g | Carbs 85.7 g | Fat 7.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 118
Protein 7.6 g | Carbs 11.3 g | Fat 5 g
Per Serving | Calories 255
Protein 10.5 g | Carbs 38.4 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 329
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 18.7 g | Fat 27.6 g