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Macaroni and cheese

Macaroni and cheese nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
55/100
Calories
338
Sugar
11g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Soybean Oil

A ubiquitous vegetable oil high in Omega-6 fatty acids. Excessive consumption of Omega-6s without balancing Omega-3s can promote systemic inflammation in the body.

Sodium Phosphate

Used in processed meats and cheese to maintain moisture. High intake is dangerous for people with kidney issues and can weaken bones by leaching calcium.

Full Ingredients List:

Enriched macaroni (flour, reduced iron, niacin, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), cheese seasoning (dairy solids, whey, enriched wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), salt, modified corn starch, natural flavors, annatto extract (for color), soybean oil, cheddar cheese powder (cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), sodium phosphate, silicone dioxide (to reduce caking)). Contains wheat, milk.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in low quantity (1.41g)

This product contains a low amount of fat. A healthy choice for your heart.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in low quantity (0g)

Saturated fat in low quantity. Good for maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in moderate quantity (11.3g)

Sugars in moderate quantity.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (1.83g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Macaroni and cheese truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 55/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Soybean Oil. A ubiquitous vegetable oil high in Omega-6 fatty acids. Excessive consumption of Omega-6s without balancing Omega-3s can promote systemic inflammation in the body. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 11g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 3 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Macaroni and cheese achieves a CakeID Score of 55/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 1.8g salt/100g. Drink water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Macaroni and cheese healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 55/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Macaroni and cheese Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
338
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g1%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 58g21%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 11g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 338 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

34
Run
42
Cycle
85
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~3 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.