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Mac N' Four Cheeses - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mac N' Four Cheeses Recipe

Mac N' Four Cheeses has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 54.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 19.3 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 average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mac N' Four Cheeses has been given a composite ranking of 73, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat24%
 Calories from Carbs56%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.43 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol47 mcg
Vitamin C3.9 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D13.5 IU3.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.3 mg6.5%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate26.5 mcg6.6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0.4 mcg
Vitamin B120.43 mcg7.2%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.43 mg4.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium151.7 mg15.2%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.3 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Magnesium48.3 mg12.1%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus165.2 mg16.5%Top 30%High
Potassium230 mg6.6%Top 30%High
Sodium223.2 mg9.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.3 mg8.7%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.87 mg43.5%Top 10%Very High
Selenium3.9 mcg5.6%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate23.7 g7.9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.3%Top 30%High
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein8.4 g16.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.4 mg
Isoleucine0.4 mg
Leucine0.4 mg
Lysine0.4 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.4 mg
Arginine0.4 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.4 mg
Aspartic Acid0.4 mg
Glutamic Acid2.2 mg
Glycine0.4 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.5 g6.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.4%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 372 Calories from Fat 93

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10.3 g 15.8%

Saturated Fat 5.7 g 28.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 28.6 mg 9.5%

Sodium 513.3 mg 21.4%

Total Carbohydrates 54.5 g 18.2%

Dietary Fiber 5.9 g23.6%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 19.3 g 38.6%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 34.9% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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