Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351
Lower Fat Boxed Mac n Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
53

Lower Fat Boxed Mac n Cheese Recipe

Lower Fat Boxed Mac n Cheese has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 52g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8.7 gms of protein, it is average 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".

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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 53, for Lower Fat Boxed Mac n Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat15%
 Calories from Carbs72%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A185 IU3.7%
Vitamin C0.18 mg0.3%
Vitamin D8.4 IU2.1%
Vitamin E0.08 mg0.27%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.5%
Riboflavin0.03 mg1.8%
Niacin0.02 mg0.1%
Vitamin B60.01 mg0.4%
Folate1.2 mcg0.3%
Vitamin B120.08 mcg1.4%
Pantothenic Acid0.07 mg0.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium26 mg2.6%
Iron0.02 mg0.1%
Magnesium2.4 mg0.6%
Phosphorus22 mg2.2%
Potassium35.1 mg1%
Sodium680.7 mg28.4%
Zinc0.09 mg0.6%
Copper0 mg0.1%
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0.49 mcg0.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate52 g17.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.7 g17.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.9 g7.5%
Saturated Fat2.4 g12%
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 291 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.9 g 7.5%

Saturated Fat 2.4 g 12%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 10.8 mg 3.6%

Sodium 680.7 mg 28.4%

Total Carbohydrates 52 g 17.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 8.7 g 17.4%

Vitamin A 3.7% Vitamin C 0.3%

Calcium 2.6% Iron 0.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1364008 Embed Table:

Related Searches

69

Creamy low fat Mac and Cheese

Per Serving | Calories 264
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 42.8 g | Fat 3.5 g

77

Low Fat Mac and Cheese (altered from..

Per Serving | Calories 312
Protein 22 g | Carbs 45.6 g | Fat 4.1 g

28

low(er) fat baked mac and cheese

Per Serving | Calories 213
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 17 g | Fat 10.2 g

73

Low Fat Easy Mac & Cheese

Per Serving | Calories 255
Protein 14.8 g | Carbs 41.8 g | Fat 3.3 g