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Macaroni & Cheese ( My Favorite ) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Macaroni & Cheese ( My Favorite ) Recipe

Macaroni & Cheese ( My Favorite ) has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 51.1g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 22.9 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 very 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 & Cheese ( My Favorite ) has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat52%
 Calories from Carbs33%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A397.9 IU8%Top 30%High
Retinol102.6 mcg
Vitamin C1 mg1.7%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D16.1 IU4%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.52 mg34.7%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.52 mg30.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2.6 mg13%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate80.2 mcg20.1%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid67.2 mcg
Vitamin B120.52 mcg8.7%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.52 mg5.2%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium181.3 mg18.1%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.6 mg8.7%Top 30%High
Magnesium29.7 mg7.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus217.7 mg21.8%Top 10%Very High
Potassium209.4 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium290.4 mg12.1%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1 mg6.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.52 mg26%Top 30%High
Selenium25.5 mcg36.5%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26.6 g8.9%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber1 g4.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.9 g23.9%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid3.1 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.2 g28%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.3 g46.4%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat6.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 614 Calories from Fat 315

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 35 g 53.8%

Saturated Fat 17.8 g 89%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 88.9 mg 29.6%

Sodium 557.6 mg 23.2%

Total Carbohydrates 51.1 g 17%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1.5 g

Protein 22.9 g 45.8%

Vitamin A 15.3% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 34.8% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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