gluten free Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 53.4g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 19.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing gluten free Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 47% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 575 IU | 11.5% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.54 mg | 0.9% | ||
Vitamin D | 44.8 IU | 11.2% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.22 mg | 0.73% | ||
Thiamin | 0 mg | 0.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.07 mg | 4.1% | ||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 1.5% | ||
Folate | 9.6 mcg | 2.4% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.2 mcg | 3.4% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.02 mg | 0.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 77 mg | 7.7% | ||
Iron | 0.27 mg | 1.5% | ||
Magnesium | 0.4 mg | 0.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 41 mg | 4.1% | ||
Potassium | 29.7 mg | 0.8% | ||
Sodium | 472.9 mg | 19.7% | ||
Zinc | 0.24 mg | 1.6% | ||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 0.14 mcg | 0.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 17.8% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 12% | ||
Sugars | 2.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 19.3 g | 38.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 28.3 g | 43.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 81.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 543 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28.3 g 43.5%
Saturated Fat 16.3 g 81.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 143.3 mg 47.8%
Sodium 472.9 mg 19.7%
Total Carbohydrates 53.4 g 17.8%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 2.6 g
Protein 19.3 g 38.6%
Vitamin A 11.5% Vitamin C 0.9%
Calcium 7.7% Iron 1.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 80
Protein 14 g | Carbs 6 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 152
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 21.2 g | Fat 5.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 292
Protein 16.4 g | Carbs 36.7 g | Fat 8.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 74
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 8.5 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 245
Protein 27.1 g | Carbs 1.6 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 218
Protein 20.4 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 10.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 82
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 2.2 g | Fat 4.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 284
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 45 g | Fat 3.7 g