Morgan's Macaroni and Cheese has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 93.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 38.7 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 average MUFA and average PUFA.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 5 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. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a 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 Morgan's Macaroni and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 21, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0.36 IU | 0.01% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Retinol | 131.1 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0.71 mg | 1.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 11.4 IU | 2.9% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 0.36 mg | 23.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.36 mg | 21% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.9 mg | 14.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 94.3 mcg | 23.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 79.3 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.36 mcg | 6% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.36 mg | 3.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 231.8 mg | 23.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 1.8 mg | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 32.1 mg | 8% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 243.6 mg | 24.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 186.1 mg | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 347.9 mg | 14.5% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 1.4 mg | 9.5% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.36 mg | 17.9% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 27.9 mcg | 39.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sugars | 1.4 g | |||
Glucose | 0.4 mg | |||
Fructose | 0.4 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0.7 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 13.8 g | 27.6% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0.4 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.4 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.7 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.4 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.7 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.7 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.4 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.4 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.4 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3.9 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.4 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.7 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 17.1 g | 26.4% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 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 963 Calories from Fat 432
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 48 g 73.8%
Saturated Fat 29.2 g 146%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 136.1 mg 45.4%
Sodium 974.2 mg 40.6%
Total Carbohydrates 93.2 g 31.1%
Dietary Fiber 3.9 g15.6%
Sugars 3.8 g
Protein 38.7 g 77.4%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%
Calcium 64.9% Iron 27.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 12 g | Carbs 26.2 g | Fat 11.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 176
Protein 9.3 g | Carbs 8.6 g | Fat 11.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 248
Protein 11.2 g | Carbs 16.9 g | Fat 15.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 202
Protein 9.2 g | Carbs 15.6 g | Fat 11.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 127
Protein 8.6 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 225
Protein 21.5 g | Carbs 12 g | Fat 10.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 8.8 g | Fat 8.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 157
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 16.4 g | Fat 7.2 g