Marilyn's fancy boxed mac and cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 21.6g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.2 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 average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. 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 a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Marilyn's fancy boxed mac and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 51, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 40% | |
Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 675 IU | 13.5% | ||
Vitamin C | 7.3 mg | 12.2% | ||
Vitamin D | 6.8 IU | 1.7% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 0.6% | ||
Thiamin | 0.05 mg | 3.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 5.8% | ||
Niacin | 0.6 mg | 3% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 5.1% | ||
Folate | 18 mcg | 4.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.13 mcg | 2.1% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.16 mg | 1.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 159 mg | 15.9% | ||
Iron | 1 mg | 5.6% | ||
Magnesium | 15.6 mg | 3.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 101 mg | 10.1% | ||
Potassium | 170.6 mg | 4.9% | ||
Sodium | 498.6 mg | 20.8% | ||
Zinc | 0.63 mg | 4.2% | ||
Copper | 0.04 mg | 2% | ||
Manganese | 0.09 mg | 4.4% | ||
Selenium | 2.5 mcg | 3.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 7.2% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6.4% | ||
Sugars | 3.6 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 10.2 g | 20.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.3 g | 14.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 207 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3 g 14.3%
Saturated Fat 3.3 g 16.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 25.1 mg 8.4%
Sodium 498.6 mg 20.8%
Total Carbohydrates 21.6 g 7.2%
Dietary Fiber 1.6 g6.4%
Sugars 3.6 g
Protein 10.2 g 20.4%
Vitamin A 13.5% Vitamin C 12.2%
Calcium 15.9% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 170
Protein 8.5 g | Carbs 23.5 g | Fat 4.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 301
Protein 14.8 g | Carbs 33.1 g | Fat 11.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 361
Protein 11.5 g | Carbs 38.5 g | Fat 17.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 285
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 15.3 g | Fat 21.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 83
Protein 1.4 g | Carbs 10.3 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 139
Protein 19.7 g | Carbs 5.6 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 134
Protein 13.6 g | Carbs 11.8 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 284
Protein 45.2 g | Carbs 5.7 g | Fat 8.3 g