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Simple and Delicious Mac 'n' Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Simple and Delicious Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Simple and Delicious Mac 'n' Cheese has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 65.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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 25.7 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.

Moreover, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Simple and Delicious Mac 'n' Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 14, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat40%
 Calories from Carbs43%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietAVERAGE

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A613.8 IU12.3%Top 10%Very High
Retinol156.9 mcg
Vitamin C0.77 mg1.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D12.3 IU3.1%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.77 mg51.3%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.77 mg45.2%Top 10%Very High
Niacin4.6 mg23.1%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate155.4 mcg38.8%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid133.8 mcg
Vitamin B120.77 mcg12.8%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.77 mg7.7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium369.2 mg36.9%Top 10%Very High
Iron2.3 mg12.8%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium50.8 mg12.7%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus370 mg37%Top 10%Very High
Potassium266.9 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Sodium353.5 mg14.7%Top 30%High
Zinc2.3 mg15.4%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.77 mg38.5%Top 10%Very High
Selenium44.6 mcg63.7%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate50.2 g16.7%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber1.9 g7.7%Top 30%High
Sugars1.2 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose1.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein19.8 g39.5%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine0.8 mg
Methionine0.8 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.8 mg
Tyrosine0.8 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.8 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.5 mg
Glutamic Acid5.4 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.8 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20.5 g31.6%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat12.5 g62.7%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat5.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash3.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 609 Calories from Fat 240

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26.7 g 41.1%

Saturated Fat 16.3 g 81.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 78.6 mg 26.2%

Sodium 459.5 mg 19.1%

Total Carbohydrates 65.3 g 21.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10%

Sugars 1.6 g

Protein 25.7 g 51.4%

Vitamin A 16% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 48% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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