Macaroni and Cheese for Adults has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 72.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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. With 54.8 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.
Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 for Adults has been given a composite ranking of 16, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 63% | |
Calories from Carbs | 21% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.69 IU | 0.01% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 206.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 1.6 mg | 2.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 21.2 IU | 5.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 0.23 mg | 15.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.23 mg | 13.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.4 mg | 6.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 45.5 mcg | 11.4% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 34.6 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.69 mcg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.23 mg | 2.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 0.23 mg | 0.02% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Iron | 0.92 mg | 5.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 22.6 mg | 5.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 0.23 mg | 0.02% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 128.6 mg | 3.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 325.1 mg | 13.5% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9.2% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0.23 mg | 11.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Manganese | 0.23 mg | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 16.2 mcg | 23.1% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.74 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.6 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.2 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.7 g | 25.3% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.2 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.5 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.9 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.2 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.7 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.5 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.5 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.5 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.2 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 22 g | 33.9% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 2.1 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1364 Calories from Fat 858
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 95.4 g 146.8%
Saturated Fat 59 g 295%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 308.9 mg 103%
Sodium 1407.5 mg 58.6%
Total Carbohydrates 72.5 g 24.2%
Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%
Sugars 6.8 g
Protein 54.8 g 109.6%
Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 11.7%
Calcium 0.1% Iron 22.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 139
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 18.8 g | Fat 5.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 149
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 16.9 g | Fat 5.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 117
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 9.8 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 210
Protein 10.1 g | Carbs 15.2 g | Fat 12 g
Per Serving | Calories 220
Protein 14.4 g | Carbs 1.65 g | Fat 17.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 86
Protein 4.5 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 1.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 300
Protein 18.1 g | Carbs 9 g | Fat 20.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 53
Protein 5.3 g | Carbs 3.3 g | Fat 1.9 g