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My favourite macaroni and cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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My favourite macaroni and cheese Recipe

My favourite macaroni and cheese has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 0.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 14.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing My favourite macaroni and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat74%
 Calories from Carbs1%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A600 IU12%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D6.8 IU1.7%
Vitamin E0.2 mg0.67%
Thiamin0.02 mg1%
Riboflavin0.21 mg12.5%
Niacin0.04 mg0.2%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2.1%
Folate10 mcg2.5%
Vitamin B120.47 mcg7.8%
Pantothenic Acid0.23 mg2.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium407 mg40.7%
Iron0.38 mg2.1%
Magnesium16 mg4%
Phosphorus289 mg28.9%
Potassium55.4 mg1.6%
Sodium350.9 mg14.6%
Zinc1.8 mg11.7%
Copper0.02 mg0.9%
Manganese0.01 mg0.3%
Selenium7.8 mcg11.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate0.7 g0.23%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein14.1 g28.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.7 g28.8%
Saturated Fat11.9 g59.5%
Monounsaturated Fat5.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 228 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18.7 g 28.8%

Saturated Fat 11.9 g 59.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 59.3 mg 19.8%

Sodium 350.9 mg 14.6%

Total Carbohydrates 0.7 g 0.23%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0 g

Protein 14.1 g 28.2%

Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C

Calcium 40.7% Iron 2.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1878063 Embed Table:

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