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My Version: Mac and cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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My Version: Mac and cheese Recipe

My Version: Mac and cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 16.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.6 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 high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average 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. 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 an average 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 48, for My Version: Mac and cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs28%

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 A635 IU12.7%
Vitamin C2.3 mg3.9%
Vitamin D8 IU2%
Vitamin E0.2 mg0.67%
Thiamin0.12 mg7.7%
Riboflavin0.28 mg16.7%
Niacin0.76 mg3.8%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.3%
Folate34.4 mcg8.6%
Vitamin B120.25 mcg4.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.48 mg4.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium307 mg30.7%
Iron0.74 mg4.1%
Magnesium23.2 mg5.8%
Phosphorus244 mg24.4%
Potassium249.4 mg7.1%
Sodium376.4 mg15.7%
Zinc1.1 mg7.3%
Copper0.05 mg2.3%
Manganese0.11 mg5.5%
Selenium9 mcg12.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.5 g5.5%
Dietary Fiber0.7 g2.8%
Sugars6.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.6 g21.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.4 g22.2%
Saturated Fat6.4 g32%
Monounsaturated Fat3.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 238 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.4 g 22.2%

Saturated Fat 6.4 g 32%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 33.6 mg 11.2%

Sodium 376.4 mg 15.7%

Total Carbohydrates 16.5 g 5.5%

Dietary Fiber 0.7 g2.8%

Sugars 6.1 g

Protein 10.6 g 21.2%

Vitamin A 12.7% Vitamin C 3.9%

Calcium 30.7% Iron 4.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2205887 Embed Table:

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