Macaroni and Cheese 20 has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 53.9g 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. With 43.6 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.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Macaroni and Cheese 20 has been given a composite ranking of 15, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 44% | |
Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 0.47 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 126.5 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.95 mg | 1.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 17.5 IU | 4.4% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.47 mg | 31.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.47 mg | 27.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.8 mg | 14.2% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 83.4 mcg | 20.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 62.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.95 mcg | 15.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.95 mg | 9.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 278.7 mg | 27.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.9% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 34.1 mg | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 340.3 mg | 34% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 229.9 mg | 6.6% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 758.2 mg | 31.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.9 mg | 12.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.47 mg | 23.7% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 32.2 mcg | 46% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 8.5% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 18 g | |||
Sugars | 1.3 g | |||
Sucrose | 0.5 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.5 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 20.7 g | 41.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0.5 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.9 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.9 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.5 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.9 mg | |||
Valine | 1.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.9 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.9 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.5 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.9 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 16.3 g | 25.1% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48.6% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 86.3 g | |||
Ash | 3.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 705 Calories from Fat 310
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.4 g 52.9%
Saturated Fat 20.5 g 102.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 152.5 mg 50.8%
Sodium 1599.7 mg 66.7%
Total Carbohydrates 53.9 g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%
Sugars 2.7 g
Protein 43.6 g 87.2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 58.8% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 438
Protein 19.1 g | Carbs 8.4 g | Fat 36.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 356
Protein 16.5 g | Carbs 23.8 g | Fat 21.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 288
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 19.4 g | Fat 19.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 33.1 g | Fat 13.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 28.5 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 103
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 6.4 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 65
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 5.2 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 128
Protein 4.8 g | Carbs 8.4 g | Fat 8.9 g