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Mac N Cheese Rotini - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mac N Cheese Rotini Recipe

Mac N Cheese Rotini has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 33.9g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mac N Cheese Rotini has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat65%
 Calories from Carbs23%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A760 IU15.2%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.48 mg1.6%
Thiamin0.03 mg2.2%
Riboflavin0.01 mg0.8%
Niacin0.5 mg2.5%
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate2 mcg0.5%
Vitamin B120.01 mcg0.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.01 mg0.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium376 mg37.6%
Iron1.7 mg9.3%
Magnesium0.4 mg0.1%
Phosphorus26 mg2.6%
Potassium23.6 mg0.7%
Sodium385.3 mg16.1%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg0.1%
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0.14 mcg0.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate33.9 g11.3%
Dietary Fiber4.5 g18%
Sugars1.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.4 g36.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat42.8 g65.8%
Saturated Fat14.1 g70.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 615 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 42.8 g 65.8%

Saturated Fat 14.1 g 70.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 66.5 mg 22.2%

Sodium 385.3 mg 16.1%

Total Carbohydrates 33.9 g 11.3%

Dietary Fiber 4.5 g18%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 18.4 g 36.8%

Vitamin A 15.2% Vitamin C

Calcium 37.6% Iron 9.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=919010 Embed Table:

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