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Truffle mac & cheese

Truffle mac & cheese nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
55/100
Calories
391
Sugar
9g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (Red blood cell damage).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ 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

High Risk Additives

Fish

One of the Top 9 Major Allergens. Unlike other allergies, fish allergies often develop in adulthood and can cause severe reactions.

Shellfish

One of the Top 9 Major Allergens (Shrimp, Crab, Lobster). This is the most common food allergy in adults and is usually lifelong.

Moderate Caution

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.

Sunflower Oil

Often perceived as healthy, but high-oleic versions are better. Standard sunflower oil is very high in inflammatory Omega-6s.

Full Ingredients List:

macaroni (durum wheat semolina), process cheese food powder (cheese blend [pasteurized milk, salt, cheese cultures enzymes], whey powder, salt, sodium citrate, disodium phosphate), whey powder, powdered sunflower oil preparation (sunflower oil, glucose syrup, sodium caseinate, silicon dioxide), dehydrated mushrooms (pieces and powder), potato starch, natural flavor, salt, yeast extract, flavor, dehydrated black truffle, turmeric powder, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper powder, contains: wheat and milk, may contain eggs, soy and crustaceans shellfish (shrimp),

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 moderate quantity (6.9g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

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

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (2.3g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in moderate quantity (9.2g)

Sugars in moderate quantity.

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

Salt in high quantity (2.04g)

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

  • Contains Fish
  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Truffle mac & 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.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Fish. One of the Top 9 Major Allergens. Unlike other allergies, fish allergies often develop in adulthood and can cause severe reactions. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Nutritional Balance

With only 9g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 14g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Truffle mac & 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 2.0g salt/100g. Drink water.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Truffle mac & 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 Truffle mac & cheese Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Fish, which is flagged in our database.
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
391
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g9%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 64g23%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 14g
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 391 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

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Cycle
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Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~2 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.