Great Mac and Cheese has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 38.9g 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 17 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 has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Great Mac and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 38% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 750 IU | 15% | ||
Vitamin C | 2.4 mg | 4% | ||
Thiamin | 0.41 mg | 27% | ||
Niacin | 8.2 mg | 41% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 9% | ||
Folate | 196 mcg | 49% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 450 mg | 45% | ||
Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | ||
Magnesium | 60 mg | 15% | ||
Potassium | 295 mg | 8.4% | ||
Sodium | 670 mg | 27.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 13% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8.8% | ||
Sugars | 7.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 17 g | 34% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 20.4 g | 31.4% | ||
Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 408 Calories from Fat 183
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.4 g 31.4%
Saturated Fat 12.5 g 62.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 60 mg 20%
Sodium 670 mg 27.9%
Total Carbohydrates 38.9 g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 7.5 g
Protein 17 g 34%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 45% Iron 16%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 675
Protein 34.2 g | Carbs 55.9 g | Fat 35.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 650
Protein 30.4 g | Carbs 58.6 g | Fat 32.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 496
Protein 16.7 g | Carbs 40.5 g | Fat 29.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 291
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 48.9 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 311
Protein 17.8 g | Carbs 4.5 g | Fat 25.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 182
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 1.6 g | Fat 16.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 6
Protein 0.2 g | Carbs 1.3 g | Fat 0.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 265
Protein 29 g | Carbs 25.5 g | Fat 4.4 g