Zesty Mac and Cheese has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin and Folate.
The food contains 45.8g 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. With 8.3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 61, for Zesty Mac and Cheese, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 5% | |
Calories from Carbs | 81% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 38.7 IU | 0.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 10.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 9.3 IU | 2.3% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 1.3 mg | 88.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 5.3 mg | 26.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 192 mcg | 48% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 176 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 41.3 mg | 4.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 2.7 mg | 14.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 45.3 mg | 11.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 170.7 mg | 17.1% | Top 30% | High |
Potassium | 208 mg | 5.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 14.3 mg | 0.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 1.3 mg | 8.9% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 1.3 mg | 66.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Selenium | 52 mcg | 74.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Carbohydrate | 61.1 g | 20.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 10.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 3.1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 1.3 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 11.1 g | 22.1% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0 mg | |||
Leucine | 0 mg | |||
Lysine | 0 mg | |||
Methionine | 0 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0 mg | |||
Valine | 0 mg | |||
Arginine | 0 mg | |||
Histidine | 0 mg | |||
Alanine | 0 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 4 mg | |||
Glycine | 0 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2.5% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Ash | 1.3 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 232 Calories from Fat 10
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2 g 1.8%
Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 1.2 mg 0.4%
Sodium 10.7 mg 0.4%
Total Carbohydrates 45.8 g 15.3%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%
Sugars 2.3 g
Protein 8.3 g 16.6%
Vitamin A 0.6% Vitamin C
Calcium 3.1% Iron 11.1%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 10.8 g | Carbs 35.6 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 264
Protein 13 g | Carbs 28.5 g | Fat 11 g
Per Serving | Calories 154
Protein 9.2 g | Carbs 16.1 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 282
Protein 14 g | Carbs 24.3 g | Fat 14 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 6.2 g | Fat 12.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 77
Protein 1.8 g | Carbs 11.1 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 20.1 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 216
Protein 15.2 g | Carbs 1.89 g | Fat 16 g