Macaroni and Cheese 35 has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 73.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very 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. With 35.2 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.
Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high 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 35 has been given a composite ranking of 34, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 40% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.39 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 150.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.2 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 6.9 IU | 1.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.39 mg | 25.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.39 mg | 22.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.3 mg | 11.6% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 85.7 mcg | 21.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 70.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.39 mcg | 6.4% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.39 mg | 3.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 295 mg | 29.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.5 mg | 8.6% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 33.6 mg | 8.4% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 270.7 mg | 27.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 197.3 mg | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 513.5 mg | 21.4% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.5 mg | 10.3% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.39 mg | 19.3% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 25.5 mcg | 36.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 9.4% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 0.9 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.8 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 13.6 g | 27.2% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.8 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.8 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.4 mg | |||
Valine | 0.8 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.9 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.8 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.5 g | 19.2% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38.4% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 731 Calories from Fat 291
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.4 g 49.8%
Saturated Fat 19.9 g 99.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 102.2 mg 34.1%
Sodium 1329.9 mg 55.4%
Total Carbohydrates 73.3 g 24.4%
Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%
Sugars 2.4 g
Protein 35.2 g 70.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 5%
Calcium 76.4% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 449
Protein 16.3 g | Carbs 33.3 g | Fat 27.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 229
Protein 7.6 g | Carbs 17.4 g | Fat 14.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 400
Protein 19.9 g | Carbs 23.6 g | Fat 25.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 290
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 21.8 g | Fat 15.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 168
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 9.1 g | Fat 12.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 222
Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 33.6 g | Fat 9.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 108
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 16 g | Fat 2.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 249
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 11.1 g | Fat 21.3 g