The Best Healthy Macaroni and Cheese EVER has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.
The food contains 22.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 39.6 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.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 a low 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 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 The Best Healthy Macaroni and Cheese EVER has been given a composite ranking of 54, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 40% | |
Calories from Fat | 37% | |
Calories from Carbs | 23% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 550 IU | 11% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.54 mg | 0.9% | ||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.16 mg | 0.53% | ||
Thiamin | 0.1 mg | 6.4% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.31 mg | 18.4% | ||
Niacin | 0.5 mg | 2.5% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg | 5.8% | ||
Folate | 22 mcg | 5.5% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.89 mcg | 14.8% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.43 mg | 4.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 862 mg | 86.2% | ||
Iron | 0.88 mg | 4.9% | ||
Magnesium | 32.8 mg | 8.2% | ||
Phosphorus | 437 mg | 43.7% | ||
Potassium | 235.2 mg | 6.7% | ||
Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
Zinc | 2 mg | 13% | ||
Copper | 0.12 mg | 6.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.69 mg | 34.7% | ||
Selenium | 28.1 mcg | 40.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 7.4% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5.6% | ||
Sugars | 0.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 39.6 g | 79.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 16.2 g | 24.9% | ||
Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 382 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.2 g 24.9%
Saturated Fat 9.8 g 49%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 55.2 mg 18.4%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 22.2 g 7.4%
Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%
Sugars 0.5 g
Protein 39.6 g 79.2%
Vitamin A 11% Vitamin C 0.9%
Calcium 86.2% Iron 4.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 258
Protein 14.6 g | Carbs 36.7 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 920
Protein 35 g | Carbs 95 g | Fat 49 g
Per Serving | Calories 195
Protein 14.5 g | Carbs 25.6 g | Fat 4.7 g
Per Serving | Calories 193
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 24.9 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 122
Protein 4.2 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 7 g
Per Serving | Calories 186
Protein 16.4 g | Carbs 26.9 g | Fat 3 g
Per Serving | Calories 296
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 45.2 g | Fat 9.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 145
Protein 14.9 g | Carbs 12 g | Fat 4.8 g