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The Giant's Macaroni an Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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The Giant's Macaroni an Cheese Recipe

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein20%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs34%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1255 IU25.1%
Vitamin C24.8 mg41.3%
Vitamin D3.2 IU0.8%
Vitamin E0.1 mg0.33%
Thiamin0.13 mg8.5%
Riboflavin0.19 mg11.3%
Niacin0.58 mg2.9%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2%
Folate41.6 mcg10.4%
Vitamin B120.31 mcg5.2%
Pantothenic Acid0.22 mg2.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium207 mg20.7%
Iron0.85 mg4.7%
Magnesium18 mg4.5%
Phosphorus181 mg18.1%
Potassium41.4 mg1.2%
Sodium979.9 mg40.8%
Zinc1.2 mg8%
Copper0.06 mg3.1%
Manganese0.13 mg6.5%
Selenium3.9 mcg5.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate20.8 g6.9%
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.1 g24.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.2 g18.8%
Saturated Fat6.4 g32%
Monounsaturated Fat3.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

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

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