Microwave Macaroni and Cheese 2 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 55.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 21.8 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. 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.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 35, for Microwave Macaroni and Cheese 2, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 14% | |
Calories from Fat | 49% | |
Calories from Carbs | 37% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.29 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 76.2 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.58 mg | 0.97% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 3.2 IU | 0.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.29 mg | 19.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.29 mg | 17.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 1.5 mg | 7.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 44.8 mcg | 11.2% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 38.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.29 mcg | 4.8% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.29 mg | 2.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 128.2 mg | 12.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.87 mg | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Magnesium | 17.7 mg | 4.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 179.7 mg | 18% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 123.5 mg | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 442.5 mg | 18.4% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0.87 mg | 5.8% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 14 mcg | 19.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 5.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 0.61 g | 2.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.7 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.3 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 6.3 g | 12.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.6 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.3 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.3 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.3 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 1.7 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 9.6 g | 14.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 29.5% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 608 Calories from Fat 297
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33 g 50.8%
Saturated Fat 20.3 g 101.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 87.6 mg 29.2%
Sodium 1522.2 mg 63.4%
Total Carbohydrates 55.9 g 18.6%
Dietary Fiber 2.1 g8.4%
Sugars 6 g
Protein 21.8 g 43.6%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 44.1% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 320
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 24.4 g | Fat 17.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 355
Protein 15 g | Carbs 22.7 g | Fat 22.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 160
Protein 8.2 g | Carbs 15.6 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 385
Protein 20.2 g | Carbs 51.5 g | Fat 10.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 102
Protein 2.2 g | Carbs 4.4 g | Fat 9 g
Per Serving | Calories 392
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 39.9 g | Fat 17.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 97
Protein 8.3 g | Carbs 10.1 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 213
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 4.4 g | Fat 15.9 g