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Ultimate Mac 'n' Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Ultimate Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Ultimate Mac 'n' Cheese has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Thiamin and Folate.

The food contains 43.7g 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. With 21.9 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its very high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.

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 is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Ultimate Mac 'n' Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 22, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat53%
 Calories from Carbs31%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • High in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.48 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol135.6 mcg
Vitamin C0.96 mg1.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D13 IU3.2%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.48 mg32.1%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin1.9 mg9.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate62.5 mcg15.6%Top 30%High
Folic Acid47.6 mcg
Vitamin B120.48 mcg8%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.48 mg4.8%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium235.6 mg23.6%Top 10%Very High
Iron1.4 mg8%Top 30%High
Magnesium26.9 mg6.7%Top 30%High
Phosphorus208.7 mg20.9%Top 10%Very High
Potassium131.3 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Sodium305.2 mg12.7%Top 30%High
Zinc1.4 mg9.6%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.48 mg24%Top 30%High
Selenium21.2 mcg30.2%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21 g7%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.96 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars0.9 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0.5 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.5 g21.1%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.5 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 Acid2.9 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.5 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16.1 g24.8%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat9.5 g47.4%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat4.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol2.4 g
Ash1.9 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 598 Calories from Fat 302

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 33.5 g 51.5%

Saturated Fat 19.7 g 98.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 138.8 mg 46.3%

Sodium 634.8 mg 26.5%

Total Carbohydrates 43.7 g 14.6%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1.8 g

Protein 21.9 g 43.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3.3%

Calcium 49% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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