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Light mac and cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Light mac and cheese Recipe

Light mac and cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 38.8g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 13.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low 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 Light mac and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs55%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A165 IU3.3%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D16.4 IU4.1%
Vitamin E0.02 mg0.07%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.4%
Riboflavin0.06 mg3.4%
Niacin0.02 mg0.1%
Vitamin B60.01 mg0.6%
Folate1.6 mcg0.4%
Vitamin B120.14 mcg2.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.11 mg1.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38 mg3.8%
Iron0.02 mg0.1%
Magnesium3.6 mg0.9%
Phosphorus30 mg3%
Potassium47.6 mg1.4%
Sodium415.7 mg17.3%
Zinc0.14 mg0.9%
Copper0 mg0.2%
Manganese0 mg0.1%
Selenium1.1 mcg1.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate38.8 g12.9%
Dietary Fiber4.2 g16.8%
Sugars4.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.6 g27.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8 g12.3%
Saturated Fat2.9 g14.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 285 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8 g 12.3%

Saturated Fat 2.9 g 14.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 23.1 mg 7.7%

Sodium 415.7 mg 17.3%

Total Carbohydrates 38.8 g 12.9%

Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%

Sugars 4.6 g

Protein 13.6 g 27.2%

Vitamin A 3.3% Vitamin C

Calcium 3.8% Iron 0.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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