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Macaroni and cheese

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Barcode: 0079893106700 (EAN / EAN-13) 079893106700 (UPC / UPC-A)

Brand owner: SIGNATURE SELECT

Categories: Frozen foods

Countries where sold: United States

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Ingredients

88 ingredients

Cheese sauce (water, reduced fat milk [milk, skim milk, condensed skim milk, vitamin a, vitamin d, process cheese [skim milk cheese {cultured skim milk, salt, enzymes}, cheddar cheese {cultured milk, salt, enzymes}, water, sodium citrate, natural cheddar flavor, xanthan gum, locust bean gum, guar gum, color {paprika, turmeric}], half & half [cream, milk], modified corn starch, sharp cheddar cheese flavor [cheddar cheese {pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes}, water, sodium phosphate, enzymes], cream flavor [maltodextrin, natural cream flavor], sodium phosphates [sodium hexametaphosphate, trisodium phosphate], salt, natural cheese flavor [cheddar cheese {cultured milk, salt, enzymes}, natural flavors, maltodextrin, water, salt, disodium phosphate], cheese flavor [cheddar cheese {milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes}, whey, buttermilk solids, sodium phosphate, lactic acid, fd&c yellow color #5 & #6], yeast extract [yeast extract, salt], soy lecithin, annatto extract [propylene glycol, water, polysorbate 80, annatto color, potassium hydroxide], cayenne pepper), cooked enriched macaroni (water, enriched wheat flour [durum wheat semolina, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, niacin, ferrous sulfate, folic acid]).

Allergens: Milk, Soybeans

Food processing

Ultra processed foods
Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

Additive: E322 - Lecithins

Additive: E410 - Locust bean gum

Additive: E412 - Guar gum

Additive: E415 - Xanthan gum

Additive: E433 - Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate

Additive: E452 - Polyphosphates

Ingredient: Colour

Ingredient: Flavouring

Ingredient: Maltodextrin

Ingredient: Whey
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Additives

E1520 - Propylene Glycol

E270 - Lactic acid

Lactic acid: Lactic acid is an organic compound with the formula CH3CH-OH-COOH. In its solid state, it is white and water-soluble. In its liquid state, it is colorless. It is produced both naturally and synthetically. With a hydroxyl group adjacent to the carboxyl group, lactic acid is classified as an alpha-hydroxy acid -AHA-. In the form of its conjugate base called lactate, it plays a role in several biochemical processes. In solution, it can ionize a proton from the carboxyl group, producing the lactate ion CH3CH-OH-CO−2. Compared to acetic acid, its pKa is 1 unit less, meaning lactic acid deprotonates ten times more easily than acetic acid does. This higher acidity is the consequence of the intramolecular hydrogen bonding between the α-hydroxyl and the carboxylate group. Lactic acid is chiral, consisting of two optical isomers. One is known as L--+--lactic acid or -S--lactic acid and the other, its mirror image, is D--−--lactic acid or -R--lactic acid. A mixture of the two in equal amounts is called DL-lactic acid, or racemic lactic acid. Lactic acid is hygroscopic. DL-lactic acid is miscible with water and with ethanol above its melting point which is around 17 or 18 °C. D-lactic acid and L-lactic acid have a higher melting point. In animals, L-lactate is constantly produced from pyruvate via the enzyme lactate dehydrogenase -LDH- in a process of fermentation during normal metabolism and exercise. It does not increase in concentration until the rate of lactate production exceeds the rate of lactate removal, which is governed by a number of factors, including monocarboxylate transporters, concentration and isoform of LDH, and oxidative capacity of tissues. The concentration of blood lactate is usually 1–2 mM at rest, but can rise to over 20 mM during intense exertion and as high as 25 mM afterward. In addition to other biological roles, L-lactic acid is the primary endogenous agonist of hydroxycarboxylic acid receptor 1 -HCA1-, which is a Gi/o-coupled G protein-coupled receptor -GPCR-.In industry, lactic acid fermentation is performed by lactic acid bacteria, which convert simple carbohydrates such as glucose, sucrose, or galactose to lactic acid. These bacteria can also grow in the mouth; the acid they produce is responsible for the tooth decay known as caries. In medicine, lactate is one of the main components of lactated Ringer's solution and Hartmann's solution. These intravenous fluids consist of sodium and potassium cations along with lactate and chloride anions in solution with distilled water, generally in concentrations isotonic with human blood. It is most commonly used for fluid resuscitation after blood loss due to trauma, surgery, or burns.
Source: Wikipedia

E322 - Lecithins

Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

They do not present any known health risks.

E322i - Lecithin

Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

They do not present any known health risks.

E331 - Sodium citrates

Sodium citrate: Sodium citrate may refer to any of the sodium salts of citrate -though most commonly the third-: Monosodium citrate Disodium citrate Trisodium citrateThe three forms of the salt are collectively known by the E number E331. Sodium citrates are used as acidity regulators in food and drinks, and also as emulsifiers for oils. They enable cheeses to melt without becoming greasy.
Source: Wikipedia

E339 - Sodium phosphates

Sodium phosphates: Sodium phosphate is a generic term for a variety of salts of sodium -Na+- and phosphate -PO43−-. Phosphate also forms families or condensed anions including di-, tri-, tetra-, and polyphosphates. Most of these salts are known in both anhydrous -water-free- and hydrated forms. The hydrates are more common than the anhydrous forms.
Source: Wikipedia

E339ii - Disodium phosphate

Sodium phosphates: Sodium phosphate is a generic term for a variety of salts of sodium -Na+- and phosphate -PO43−-. Phosphate also forms families or condensed anions including di-, tri-, tetra-, and polyphosphates. Most of these salts are known in both anhydrous -water-free- and hydrated forms. The hydrates are more common than the anhydrous forms.
Source: Wikipedia

E339iii - Trisodium phosphate

Sodium phosphates: Sodium phosphate is a generic term for a variety of salts of sodium -Na+- and phosphate -PO43−-. Phosphate also forms families or condensed anions including di-, tri-, tetra-, and polyphosphates. Most of these salts are known in both anhydrous -water-free- and hydrated forms. The hydrates are more common than the anhydrous forms.
Source: Wikipedia

E410 - Locust bean gum

Locust bean gum: Locust bean gum -LBG, also known as carob gum, carob bean gum, carobin, E410- is a thickening agent and a gelling agent used in food technology.
Source: Wikipedia

E412 - Guar gum

Guar gum (E412) is a natural food additive derived from guar beans.

This white, odorless powder is valued for its remarkable thickening and stabilizing properties, making it a common ingredient in various food products, including sauces, dressings, and ice creams.

When used in moderation, guar gum is considered safe for consumption, with no known adverse health effects.

E415 - Xanthan gum

Xanthan gum (E415) is a natural polysaccharide derived from fermented sugars, often used in the food industry as a thickening and stabilizing agent.

This versatile food additive enhances texture and prevents ingredient separation in a wide range of products, including salad dressings, sauces, and gluten-free baked goods.

It is considered safe for consumption even at high intake amounts.

E433 - Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate

Polysorbate 80: Polysorbate 80 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier often used in foods and cosmetics. This synthetic compound is a viscous, water-soluble yellow liquid.
Source: Wikipedia

E452 - Polyphosphates

E452i - Sodium polyphosphate

Ingredients analysis

May contain palm oil

Ingredients that may contain palm oil: E433

Non-vegan
Non-vegan ingredients: Semi-skimmed milk, Milk, Skimmed milk, Condensed skimmed milk, Cheddar, Soured milk, Natural cheddar flavouring, Cream, Milk, Cheddar, Pasteurised milk, Natural cheese flavouring, Cheddar, Soured milk, Cheddar, Milk, Whey, Buttermilk solids
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Unrecognized ingredients: Vitamin D, Process-cheese, Skim-milk-cheese, Cultured-skim-milk, Sodium citrate, Half-and-half, Sharp-cheddar-cheese-flavor, Natural-cream-flavor, E339ii, Fd-c-yellow-color-5-and-6, Annatto-color, Thiamin mononitrate, Ferrous sulfate, Folic acid
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: Cheese sauce (water, reduced fat milk (milk, skim milk, condensed skim milk, vitamins, vitamin a, vitamin d, process cheese, skim milk cheese (cultured skim milk, salt, enzymes), cheddar cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes), water, sodium citrate, natural cheddar flavor, xanthan gum, locust bean gum, guar gum, color (paprika, turmeric)), half and half (cream, milk), modified corn starch, sharp cheddar cheese flavor (cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), water, sodium phosphate, enzymes), cream flavor (maltodextrin, natural cream flavor), sodium phosphates (sodium hexametaphosphate, trisodium phosphate), salt, natural cheese flavor (cheddar cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes), natural flavors, maltodextrin, water, salt, disodium phosphate), cheese flavor (cheddar cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), whey, buttermilk solids, sodium phosphate, lactic acid, fd&c yellow color #5 and #6), yeast extract (yeast extract, salt), soy lecithin, annatto (propylene glycol, water, polysorbate 80, annatto color, potassium hydroxide), cayenne pepper), macaroni (water, enriched wheat flour (durum wheat semolina, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, niacin, ferrous sulfate, folic acid))
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condensed skim milk -> en:condensed-skimmed-milk - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 19051

vitamins -> en:vitamins - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

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vitamin d -> en:vitamin-d

process cheese -> en:process-cheese

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salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

enzymes -> en:enzyme - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

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salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

enzymes -> en:enzyme - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066

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guar gum -> en:e412 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

color -> en:colour

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half and half -> en:half-and-half

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milk -> en:milk - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 19051

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cheddar cheese -> en:cheddar - vegan: no - vegetarian: maybe - ciqual_food_code: 12726

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cheese cultures -> en:lactic-ferments - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: yes

salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

enzymes -> en:enzyme - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066

sodium phosphate -> en:e339 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

enzymes -> en:enzyme - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

cream flavor -> en:cream-flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

maltodextrin -> en:maltodextrin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

natural cream flavor -> en:natural-cream-flavor

sodium phosphates -> en:e339 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

sodium hexametaphosphate -> en:e452i - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

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salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

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cultured milk -> en:soured-milk - vegan: no - vegetarian: yes

salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

enzymes -> en:enzyme - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

natural flavors -> en:natural-flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

maltodextrin -> en:maltodextrin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066

salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

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salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

enzymes -> en:enzyme - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe

whey -> en:whey - vegan: no - vegetarian: maybe

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fd&c yellow color #5 and #6 -> en:fd-c-yellow-color-5-and-6

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yeast extract -> en:yeast-extract - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058

soy lecithin -> en:soya-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 42200

annatto -> en:e160b - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

propylene glycol -> en:e490 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes

water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066

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annatto color -> en:annatto-color

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cayenne pepper -> en:cayenne-pepper - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11088

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water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066

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folic acid -> en:folic-acid

Nutrition

Good nutritional quality
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0
This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

Positive points: 3

Proteins: 3 / 5 (value: 6.27, rounded value: 6.27)

Fiber: 0 / 5 (value: 0.8, rounded value: 0.8)

Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)

Negative points: 4

Energy: 1 / 10 (value: 494, rounded value: 494)

Sugars: 0 / 10 (value: 1.57, rounded value: 1.57)

Saturated fat: 0 / 10 (value: 0.98, rounded value: 1)

Sodium: 3 / 10 (value: 275, rounded value: 275)

The points for proteins are counted because the negative points are less than 11.

Nutritional score: (4 - 3)

Nutri-Score:
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Nutrient levels
- Fat in low quantity (1.96%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Saturated fat in low quantity (0.98%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Sugars in low quantity (1.57%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks
  
  Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day).
  
  Choose products with lower sugar content and reduce the consumption of products with added sugars.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
- Salt in moderate quantity (0.688%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
  
  Many people who have high blood pressure do not know it, as there are often no symptoms.
  
  Most people consume too much salt (on average 9 to 12 grams per day), around twice the recommended maximum level of intake.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of salt and salted food
  
  Reduce the quantity of salt used when cooking, and don't salt again at the table.
  
  Limit the consumption of salty snacks and choose products with lower salt content.
  
  Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Salt: the facts

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts	As sold for 100 g / 100 ml	As sold per serving (1 TRAY (255 g))	Compared to: Frozen foods
Energy	494 kj (118 kcal)	1,260 kj (301 kcal)	-33%
Fat	1.96 g	5 g	-74%
Saturated fat	0.98 g	2.5 g	-71%
Trans fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	6 mg	15.3 mg	-78%
Salt	0.688 g	1.75 g	+34%
Carbohydrates	18.04 g	46 g	-8%
Fiber	0.8 g	2.04 g	-27%
Sugars	1.57 g	4 g	-84%
Proteins	6.27 g	16 g	-2%
Calcium	85 mg	217 mg	+39%
Iron	0.78 mg	1.99 mg	+9%
Potassium	72 mg	184 mg	-60%
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	0 %	0 %

Serving size: 1 TRAY (255 g)

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