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Mac & Cheese 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mac & Cheese 1 Recipe

Mac & Cheese 1 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 55.4g 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. With 25.7 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.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mac & Cheese 1 has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat51%
 Calories from Carbs33%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A106.8 IU2.1%Mid 40%Average
Retinol23.8 mcg
Vitamin C0.49 mg0.81%Bottom 30%Low
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0.49 mg32.4%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.4 mg12.1%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate71.8 mcg18%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid64.1 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.49 mg4.9%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium52.9 mg5.3%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.9 mg10.8%Top 30%High
Magnesium30.1 mg7.5%Top 30%High
Phosphorus211.2 mg21.1%Top 10%Very High
Potassium224.3 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Sodium815.7 mg34%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.9 mg12.9%Top 10%Very High
Copper0.49 mg24.3%Top 10%Very High
Manganese0.49 mg24.3%Top 30%High
Selenium19.9 mcg28.4%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26.9 g9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber0.92 g3.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.5 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.5 g25%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.5 g28.5%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat6.5 g32.5%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat8.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 671 Calories from Fat 343

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 38.2 g 58.8%

Saturated Fat 13.4 g 67%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 87.1 mg 29%

Sodium 1680.4 mg 70%

Total Carbohydrates 55.4 g 18.5%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 25.7 g 51.4%

Vitamin A 4.4% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 10.9% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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