my homemade mac and cheese has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 13.4g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.3 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 average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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".
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 homemade mac and cheese has been given a composite ranking of 21, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 22% | |
Calories from Fat | 48% | |
Calories from Carbs | 29% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 155 IU | 3.1% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.48 mg | 0.8% | ||
Vitamin D | 18.8 IU | 4.7% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.02 mg | 0.07% | ||
Thiamin | 0.03 mg | 2.1% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.08 mg | 4.5% | ||
Niacin | 0.24 mg | 1.2% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 1.6% | ||
Folate | 6.4 mcg | 1.6% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.17 mcg | 2.9% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.2 mg | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 59 mg | 5.9% | ||
Iron | 0.23 mg | 1.3% | ||
Magnesium | 11.6 mg | 2.9% | ||
Phosphorus | 66 mg | 6.6% | ||
Potassium | 88.1 mg | 2.5% | ||
Sodium | 214.3 mg | 8.9% | ||
Zinc | 0.38 mg | 2.5% | ||
Copper | 0.04 mg | 2% | ||
Manganese | 0.11 mg | 5.4% | ||
Selenium | 8.8 mcg | 12.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 4.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | ||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 10.3 g | 20.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 9.9 g | 15.2% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 185 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.9 g 15.2%
Saturated Fat 6.2 g 31%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 30.9 mg 10.3%
Sodium 214.3 mg 8.9%
Total Carbohydrates 13.4 g 4.5%
Dietary Fiber 0.5 g2%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 10.3 g 20.6%
Vitamin A 3.1% Vitamin C 0.8%
Calcium 5.9% Iron 1.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 303
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 47.7 g | Fat 6.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 244
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 22.5 g | Fat 11.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 247
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 36.3 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 329
Protein 14.7 g | Carbs 38.9 g | Fat 13.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 285
Protein 13.1 g | Carbs 49.9 g | Fat 5.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 126
Protein 2.6 g | Carbs 25.7 g | Fat 2.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 29.5 g | Carbs 6.8 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 358
Protein 56.8 g | Carbs 8.7 g | Fat 9.2 g