Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits
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Target diet: Keto
No, skip it.
Too high in carbs (44.3g/100g).
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMÍN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], CANOLA OIL, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MILK PROTEÍN CONCENTRATE, MILK, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, MILKFAT, NATURAL FLAVOR, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURE, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR]), SEASONING BLEND (MALTODEXTRIN, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GARLIC*, BUTTERMILK*, SALT, TOMATO*, WHEY*, ONION*, SPICE, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, SILICON DIOXIDE), BACON BITS (BACON [CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ASCORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE])
Detailed analysis: why is Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits not keto?
Our analysis indicates that Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- Too high in carbs (44.3g/100g)
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMÍN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], CANOLA OIL, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MILK PROTEÍN CONCENTRATE, MILK, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, MILKFAT, NATURAL FLAVOR, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURE, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR]), SEASONING BLEND (MALTODEXTRIN, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GARLIC*, BUTTERMILK*, SALT, TOMATO*, WHEY*, ONION*, SPICE, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, SILICON DIOXIDE), BACON BITS (BACON [CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ASCORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE]). We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits contains 314 calories per 100g, with 11.4g of protein, 10g of fat, and 44.3g of carbohydrates (5.7g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.
What should you do?
If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits Keto?
No, Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (44.3g/100g).
Does Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMÍN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE...
What are the nutritional facts of Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits?
Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits contains 314 calories per 100g, with 11.4g of protein, 44.3g of carbohydrates, and 10g of fat.
How much sugar is in Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits?
Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits lists 5.7 g of sugar per 100 g.
Is Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits on a Keto diet?
No, Chicken Bacon Ranch Elbow Macaroni with Cheese Sauce, Seasoning & Bacon Bits is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.