Trader Joe's - Microwavable Mac & Cheese has a high-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content.
The food contains 63.93g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is 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 14.75 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. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
It belongs to American cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 8, for Trader Joe's - Microwavable Mac & Cheese, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 16% | |
Calories from Fat | 16% | |
Calories from Carbs | 68% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 63.9 g | 21.3% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 13.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 8.2 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 14.8 g | 29.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 6.6 g | 10.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20.5% | Top 30% | High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 230 Calories from Fat 40
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4 g 6.2%
Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 10 mg 3.3%
Sodium 570 mg 23.8%
Total Carbohydrates 39 g 13%
Dietary Fiber 2 g8%
Sugars 5 g
Protein 9 g 18%
Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 367
Protein 12.7 g | Carbs 69.1 g | Fat 2.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 132
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 17.6 g | Fat 5.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 137
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 16.8 g | Fat 4.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 138
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 16.6 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 260
Protein 12 g | Carbs 42 g | Fat 4 g
Per 100g | Calories 121
Protein 5 g | Carbs 19.3 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 368
Protein 17.5 g | Carbs 64.9 g | Fat 5.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 339
Protein 14.3 g | Carbs 71.4 g | Fat 2.7 g