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Mac and Cheese I - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mac and Cheese I Recipe

Mac and Cheese I has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 48.9g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 14.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4.14 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mac and Cheese I has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein21%
 Calories from Fat11%
 Calories from Carbs68%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • High in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A150 IU3%
Vitamin C0.6 mg1%
Thiamin0.9 mg60%
Niacin9.6 mg48%
Vitamin B60.12 mg6%
Folate304 mcg76%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron4.1 mg23%
Magnesium48 mg12%
Potassium205 mg5.9%
Sodium412 mg17.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48.9 g16.3%
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.6%
Sugars4.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.9 g29.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.4 g5.2%
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 291 Calories from Fat 30

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.4 g 5.2%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 6 mg 2%

Sodium 412 mg 17.2%

Total Carbohydrates 48.9 g 16.3%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 4.4 g

Protein 14.9 g 29.8%

Vitamin A 3% Vitamin C 1%

Calcium 15% Iron 23%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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