reduced calorie kraft mac & cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 36g 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. Its average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing reduced calorie kraft mac & cheese has been given a composite ranking of 52, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 18% | |
Calories from Carbs | 67% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 155 IU | 3.1% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.06 mg | 0.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 6.4 IU | 1.6% | ||
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 93 mg | 9.3% | ||
Iron | 1.4 mg | 7.5% | ||
Magnesium | 0 mg | |||
Phosphorus | 0 mg | |||
Potassium | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 462.5 mg | 19.3% | ||
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 36 g | 12% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3.2% | ||
Sugars | 5.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 8 g | 16% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.2 g | 6.5% | ||
Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 8.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.2 g 6.5%
Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 12.5 mg 4.2%
Sodium 462.5 mg 19.3%
Total Carbohydrates 36 g 12%
Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%
Sugars 5.2 g
Protein 8 g 16%
Vitamin A 3.1% Vitamin C 0.1%
Calcium 9.3% Iron 7.5%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 374
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 49.1 g | Fat 16 g
Per Serving | Calories 248
Protein 10.7 g | Carbs 50.1 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 364
Protein 9.8 g | Carbs 41.5 g | Fat 17.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 237
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 13.2 g | Fat 14.1 g