The Giant's Macaroni an Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 20.8g 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 12.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. 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.
Based on the composite nutritive standing The Giant's Macaroni an Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 22, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 20% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 34% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1255 IU | 25.1% | ||
Vitamin C | 24.8 mg | 41.3% | ||
Vitamin D | 3.2 IU | 0.8% | ||
Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 0.33% | ||
Thiamin | 0.13 mg | 8.5% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.19 mg | 11.3% | ||
Niacin | 0.58 mg | 2.9% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg | 2% | ||
Folate | 41.6 mcg | 10.4% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 0.31 mcg | 5.2% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.22 mg | 2.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 207 mg | 20.7% | ||
Iron | 0.85 mg | 4.7% | ||
Magnesium | 18 mg | 4.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 181 mg | 18.1% | ||
Potassium | 41.4 mg | 1.2% | ||
Sodium | 979.9 mg | 40.8% | ||
Zinc | 1.2 mg | 8% | ||
Copper | 0.06 mg | 3.1% | ||
Manganese | 0.13 mg | 6.5% | ||
Selenium | 3.9 mcg | 5.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 20.8 g | 6.9% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 12.1 g | 24.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 12.2 g | 18.8% | ||
Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 243 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12.2 g 18.8%
Saturated Fat 6.4 g 32%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 48.5 mg 16.2%
Sodium 979.9 mg 40.8%
Total Carbohydrates 20.8 g 6.9%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 12.1 g 24.2%
Vitamin A 25.1% Vitamin C 41.3%
Calcium 20.7% Iron 4.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 29.2 g | Fat 5.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 185
Protein 9.7 g | Carbs 8.7 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 398
Protein 22.7 g | Carbs 55.1 g | Fat 10 g
Per Serving | Calories 470
Protein 25 g | Carbs 49.7 g | Fat 19 g
Per Serving | Calories 148
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 29.7 g | Fat 0.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 93
Protein 0.5 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 276
Protein 19.5 g | Carbs 29.6 g | Fat 9.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 385
Protein 17.7 g | Carbs 57 g | Fat 11 g