Homemade Macaroni and Cheese 5 has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Riboflavin.
if( 25.9 != 0.0 ){?>The food contains 25.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. }else{?> It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets.}?> Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is if("bottom 20" == "top 10" ){?> often undesirable } elseif( "bottom 20" == "bottom 20" ){?> a good thing }?> for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
if("average" == "high" and "very high" == "high" or "average" == "low" and "very high" == "low" ){?> On top of that, }else{?> 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 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 Homemade Macaroni and Cheese 5 has been given a composite ranking of 16, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 17% | |
Calories from Fat | 63% | |
Calories from Carbs | 20% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.68 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 193.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 16.4 IU | 4.1% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.68 mg | 40.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 51.4 mcg | 12.8% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 34.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.68 mcg | 11.4% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.68 mg | 6.8% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 386.3 mg | 38.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.6% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 30.8 mg | 7.7% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 315.1 mg | 31.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 204.1 mg | 5.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 353.4 mg | 14.7% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.1 mg | 13.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 19.2 mcg | 27.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 17.7 g | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.55 g | 2.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.8 g | 29.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.7 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.7 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.7 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.7 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 1.4 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 24.4 g | 37.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 509 Calories from Fat 320
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35.6 g 54.8%
Saturated Fat 22.2 g 111%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 122.8 mg 40.9%
Sodium 516 mg 21.5%
Total Carbohydrates 25.9 g 8.6%
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%
Sugars 0.6 g
Protein 21.6 g 43.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 56.4% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 259
Protein 9.5 g | Carbs 23.9 g | Fat 13.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 269
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 24.9 g | Fat 12.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 520
Protein 25 g | Carbs 77 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 140
Protein 19.7 g | Carbs 1.63 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 212
Protein 10.3 g | Carbs 2.6 g | Fat 17.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 224
Protein 18.5 g | Carbs 4.6 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 126
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 23.3 g | Fat 1.6 g