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Mama Gigi's Scrumptious Mac & Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mama Gigi's Scrumptious Mac & Cheese Recipe

Mama Gigi's Scrumptious Mac & Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 30.5g 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirable a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.8 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mama Gigi's Scrumptious Mac & Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 43, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat35%
 Calories from Carbs48%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A365 IU7.3%
Vitamin C0.78 mg1.3%
Vitamin D22 IU5.5%
Vitamin E0.22 mg0.73%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.9%
Riboflavin0.15 mg8.7%
Niacin0.66 mg3.3%
Vitamin B60.05 mg2.3%
Folate18.8 mcg4.7%
Vitamin B120.28 mcg4.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.23 mg2.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium143 mg14.3%
Iron0.63 mg3.5%
Magnesium11.2 mg2.8%
Phosphorus150 mg15%
Potassium103.2 mg2.9%
Sodium418.4 mg17.4%
Zinc0.63 mg4.2%
Copper0.03 mg1.6%
Manganese0.11 mg5.3%
Selenium6.7 mcg9.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate30.5 g10.2%
Dietary Fiber0.4 g1.6%
Sugars0.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.8 g21.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat9.9 g15.2%
Saturated Fat5.8 g29%
Monounsaturated Fat2.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 259 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9.9 g 15.2%

Saturated Fat 5.8 g 29%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 25.1 mg 8.4%

Sodium 418.4 mg 17.4%

Total Carbohydrates 30.5 g 10.2%

Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 10.8 g 21.6%

Vitamin A 7.3% Vitamin C 1.3%

Calcium 14.3% Iron 3.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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