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Velveeta Light Mac and Cheese - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Velveeta Light Mac and Cheese Recipe

Velveeta Light Mac and Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.

The food contains 23.5g 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 9.1 gms of protein, it is average 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 low 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 an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. 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 Velveeta Light Mac and Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat19%
 Calories from Carbs58%

Why this is good for you

  • Low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A275 IU5.5%
Vitamin C0.12 mg0.2%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.02 mg0.07%
Thiamin0.15 mg9.7%
Riboflavin0.26 mg15.4%
Niacin1.2 mg5.9%
Vitamin B60.03 mg1.4%
Folate54.4 mcg13.6%
Vitamin B120.03 mcg0.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.1 mg1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium175 mg17.5%
Iron1 mg5.7%
Magnesium13.6 mg3.4%
Phosphorus332 mg33.2%
Potassium131 mg3.7%
Sodium448.8 mg18.7%
Zinc1.1 mg7.3%
Copper0.07 mg3.5%
Manganese0.2 mg10%
Selenium15.1 mcg21.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate23.5 g7.8%
Dietary Fiber0.9 g3.6%
Sugars2.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.1 g18.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat2.1 g10.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 164 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 11.9 mg 4%

Sodium 448.8 mg 18.7%

Total Carbohydrates 23.5 g 7.8%

Dietary Fiber 0.9 g3.6%

Sugars 2.8 g

Protein 9.1 g 18.2%

Vitamin A 5.5% Vitamin C 0.2%

Calcium 17.5% Iron 5.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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