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Sweet Macaroni - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Sweet Macaroni Recipe

Sweet Macaroni has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 104.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 22.3 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Sweet Macaroni has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat7%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietAVERAGE
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A39.8 IU0.8%Mid 40%Average
Retinol10.2 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D1.1 IU0.3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.54 mg35.8%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.54 mg31.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin4.8 mg24.2%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate157.5 mcg39.4%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid142.5 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.54 mg5.4%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38.7 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron2.2 mg11.9%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium36.6 mg9.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus167.7 mg16.8%Top 30%High
Potassium175.3 mg5%Mid 40%Average
Sodium117.6 mg4.9%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.1 mg7.2%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.54 mg26.9%Top 30%High
Selenium44.1 mcg63%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate56.1 g18.7%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.6%Top 30%High
Sugars7.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose1.1 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid0.5 mg
Glutamic Acid3.8 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%Bottom 30%Low
Saturated Fat0.97 g4.8%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 552 Calories from Fat 37

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.2 g 6.5%

Saturated Fat 1.8 g 9%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 7.8 mg 2.6%

Sodium 218.7 mg 9.1%

Total Carbohydrates 104.3 g 34.8%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 14.7 g

Protein 22.3 g 44.6%

Vitamin A 1.5% Vitamin C

Calcium 7.2% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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