Macaroni and Cheese 26 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Riboflavin.
The food contains 19.6g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 24.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a 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 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 26 has been given a composite ranking of 18, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 60% | |
Calories from Carbs | 18% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 695.7 IU | 13.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Retinol | 155 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.71 mg | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 18.6 IU | 4.6% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0.71 mg | 42% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 7.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 48.6 mcg | 12.1% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 31.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.71 mcg | 11.9% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.71 mg | 7.1% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 462.9 mg | 46.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.71 mg | 4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 29.3 mg | 7.3% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 367.9 mg | 36.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 170 mg | 4.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 385.3 mg | 16.1% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.1 mg | 14.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 19.3 mcg | 27.6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 14 g | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.43 g | 1.7% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Starch | 9.3 g | |||
Sugars | 0.6 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.7 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 17.8 g | 35.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.7 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.4 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.7 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.7 mg | |||
Valine | 1.4 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.7 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.4 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4.3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.7 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 21.3 g | 32.7% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 65.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 45 g | |||
Ash | 2.9 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 448 Calories from Fat 268
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.8 g 45.8%
Saturated Fat 18.4 g 92%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 127.4 mg 42.5%
Sodium 539.4 mg 22.5%
Total Carbohydrates 19.6 g 6.5%
Dietary Fiber 0.6 g2.4%
Sugars 0.8 g
Protein 24.9 g 49.8%
Vitamin A 19.5% Vitamin C 1.7%
Calcium 64.8% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 233
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 21.7 g | Fat 11.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 245
Protein 10 g | Carbs 21 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 209
Protein 11.9 g | Carbs 20.4 g | Fat 8.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 233
Protein 15.4 g | Carbs 36.8 g | Fat 2.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 301
Protein 12.8 g | Carbs 29.7 g | Fat 14.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 197
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 23.2 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 138
Protein 4.6 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 3.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 154
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 20.8 g | Fat 4.4 g