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Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese 2 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese 2 Recipe

Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese 2 has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin and Folate.

The food contains 45.1g 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. With 25.9 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

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. It is also a very 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 Low-Fat Macaroni and Cheese 2 has been given a composite ranking of 52, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein28%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs50%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietHIGH

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A189.1 IU3.8%Top 30%High
Retinol50.3 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D9.5 IU2.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.68 mg45.4%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.7 mg13.6%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate98 mcg24.5%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid85 mcg
Vitamin B120.68 mcg11.3%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium268 mg26.8%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.4 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Magnesium32 mg8%Top 30%High
Phosphorus331.3 mg33.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium146.9 mg4.2%Mid 40%Average
Sodium331.1 mg13.8%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9.1%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.68 mg34%Top 10%Very High
Selenium32 mcg45.7%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.7 g10.2%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1.2 g4.9%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.7 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein17.6 g35.2%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1.4 mg
Methionine0.7 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid4.8 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.1 g9.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.5 g17.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371 Calories from Fat 80

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.9 g 13.7%

Saturated Fat 5.1 g 25.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 25.6 mg 8.5%

Sodium 486.7 mg 20.3%

Total Carbohydrates 45.1 g 15%

Dietary Fiber 1.8 g7.2%

Sugars 1.3 g

Protein 25.9 g 51.8%

Vitamin A 5.6% Vitamin C

Calcium 39.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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