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Low Carb Mac N Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low Carb Mac N Cheese Recipe

Low Carb Mac N Cheese has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 8.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 13.2 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 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 40, for Low Carb Mac N Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat70%
 Calories from Carbs11%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A820 IU16.4%
Vitamin C65.1 mg108.5%
Vitamin D14.8 IU3.7%
Vitamin E0.32 mg1.1%
Thiamin0.09 mg6.3%
Riboflavin0.25 mg14.8%
Niacin0.78 mg3.9%
Vitamin B60.34 mg17.2%
Folate87.2 mcg21.8%
Vitamin B120.35 mcg5.8%
Pantothenic Acid1.1 mg11.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium315 mg31.5%
Iron0.88 mg4.9%
Magnesium32.8 mg8.2%
Phosphorus267 mg26.7%
Potassium476.1 mg13.6%
Sodium343.5 mg14.3%
Zinc1.6 mg10.7%
Copper0.07 mg3.6%
Manganese0.22 mg11.1%
Selenium6.2 mcg8.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate8.3 g2.8%
Dietary Fiber3.5 g14%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.2 g26.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat22.8 g35.1%
Saturated Fat14.6 g73%
Monounsaturated Fat5.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 287 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 22.8 g 35.1%

Saturated Fat 14.6 g 73%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 76.8 mg 25.6%

Sodium 343.5 mg 14.3%

Total Carbohydrates 8.3 g 2.8%

Dietary Fiber 3.5 g14%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 13.2 g 26.4%

Vitamin A 16.4% Vitamin C 108.5%

Calcium 31.5% Iron 4.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=884453 Embed Table:

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