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Mac Squash the Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mac Squash the Cheese Recipe

Mac Squash the Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 40.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.3 gms of protein, it is average 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'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. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mac Squash the Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 76, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat15%
 Calories from Carbs75%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A30 IU0.6%
Vitamin C3.8 mg6.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.4 mg1.3%
Thiamin0.17 mg11.5%
Riboflavin0.08 mg4.7%
Niacin1.3 mg6.7%
Vitamin B60.1 mg5%
Folate60.4 mcg15.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.17 mg1.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium14 mg1.4%
Iron1.2 mg6.6%
Magnesium19.2 mg4.8%
Phosphorus56 mg5.6%
Potassium214.8 mg6.1%
Sodium231.1 mg9.6%
Zinc0.47 mg3.1%
Copper0.12 mg5.8%
Manganese0.32 mg15.9%
Selenium16.1 mcg23%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate40.5 g13.5%
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.8%
Sugars5.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.3 g10.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 215 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 231.1 mg 9.6%

Total Carbohydrates 40.5 g 13.5%

Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%

Sugars 5.8 g

Protein 5.3 g 10.6%

Vitamin A 0.6% Vitamin C 6.4%

Calcium 1.4% Iron 6.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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