🧪 Nutrition Facts
- Calories 480.0
- Total Fat 16.0 g
- Saturated Fat 5.0 g
- Cholesterol 25.6 mg
- Sodium 1219.8 mg
- Potassium 0.0 mg
- Total Carbohydrate 65.0 g
- Dietary Fiber 2.0 g
- Sugars 7.0 g
- Protein 15.0 g
- Vitamin A 299.6 IU
- Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
- Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg
- Vitamin D 0.0 IU
- Vitamin E 0.0 mg
- Calcium 200.2 mg
- Copper 0.0 mg
- Folate 0.0 µg
- Iron 2.7 mg
- Magnesium 0.0 mg
- Manganese 0.0 mg
- Niacin 0.0 mg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
- Phosphorus 0.0 mg
- Riboflavin 0.0 mg
- Thiamin 0.0 mg
- Zinc 0.0 mg
📋 Nutrition Summary
At 480.0 calories per serving (1 Serving (142.0g)), Velveeta Shells & Cheese is a high-calorie food — portion size matters if you're monitoring your daily intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 65.0g per serving (56% of calories). One thing to note: a single serving contains 1219.8mg of sodium (53% of the daily recommended limit), which is significant if you're watching your salt intake.
🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags
Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.
📝 Ingredients
Enriched Macaroni Product (wheat Flour, Glycerol Monostearate, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate [iron], Thiamin Mononitrate [vitamin B1], Riboflavin [vitamin B2], Folic Acid); Cheese Sauce (whey, Cheddar Cheese [milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes], Milk, Whey Protein Concentrate, Canola Oil, Sodium Phosphate, Milk Protein Concentrate, Contains Less than 2% of Salt, Lactic Acid, Sodium Alginate, Sorbic Acid as a Preservative, Oleoresin Paprika [color], Enzymes, Cheese Culture, Annatto Extract [color], Milkfat, Natural Flavor); Modified Food Starch, Maltodextrin, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Salt, Medium Chain Triglycerides.
🔬 Ingredient Analysis
Artificial Preservatives: Sorbic Acid
Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Monoglycerides, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Modified Food Starch, Sodium Alginate
Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Riboflavin, Folic Acid
Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.
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📊 % Daily Value
The following shows how one serving of Velveeta Shells & Cheese contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 480.0 kcal | 24% |
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 25.6 mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 1219.8 mg | 53% ⚠️ |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% |
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% |
| Calcium | 200.2 mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
🔥 Calorie Analysis
Velveeta Shells & Cheese accounts for 24% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 56% of the calories.
🏃 Exercise Burn Time
How long would it take to burn off the 480.0 calories in Velveeta Shells & Cheese? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.
| Exercise | Minutes to Burn |
|---|---|
| Running: 10 minutes per mile | 36.3 min |
| Walking: 17 minutes per mile | 82.8 min |
| Cycling (Low Intensity) | 52.5 min |
| HIIT | 44.5 min |
| Chopping Wood | 73.7 min |
Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.
