Beef macaroni with tomato sauce entree, reduced fat

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USDA name: Beef macaroni with tomato sauce, frozen entree, reduced fat

GI: 0 (Low)
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475 cal
P:6gC:18gF:2g
1.4g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories475

Total Fat2.0g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs18.0g

Fiber1.4g

Sugars3.8g

Protein5.9g

Macro Breakdown

Protein5.9g (21%)
Carbs18.0g (64%)
Fat2.0g (16%)

Glycemic Impact

Glycemic Index0 (Low)
Glycemic Load0
Insulin Index51

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0
Metabolic
5.8
Inflammation
10.0
Hormonal
5.3
Gut Health
6.6
Skin Health
4.9
Brain Health
8.1
Bone Health
6.7
Sleep
7.1
Exercise
5.0
Longevity
9.9
Detox
10.0
Immunity
6.5
Pral
3.7
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
5.4
Bioavailability
2.3
Electrolyte
6.0
Methylation

🧬 How Beef macaroni with tomato sauce entree, reduced fat Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 10% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 4% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Cortisol 7% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 22% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Hypothyroid

selenium + zinc. Thyroid hormone synthesis requires iodine + tyrosine for T4 structure, selenium for T4→T3 conversion.

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Anemia

iron + folate. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.

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Iron 7% DV

7% DV. Supports red blood cells and oxygen transport. Low iron = fatigue, brain fog.

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Magnesium 4% DV

4% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal475.0 kJ—
Protein5.9 g12% DV
Total Fat2.0 g3% DV
Carbohydrate18.0 g7% DV
Fiber1.4 g5% DV
Sugar3.8 g8% DV
Cholesterol10.0 mg3% DV
Sodium178.0 mg8% DV
Calcium12.0 mg1% DV
Iron1.3 mg7% DV
Magnesium17.0 mg4% DV
Phosphorus65.0 mg5% DV
Potassium202.0 mg4% DV
Zinc1.1 mg10% DV
Vitamin C3.9 mg4% DV
Vitamin B60.1 mg7% DV
Folate48.0 µg12% DV
Vitamin A8.0 µg1% DV
Vitamin E0.7 mg4% DV
Vitamin K2.6 µg2% DV
Selenium12.2 µg22% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Beef macaroni with tomato sauce, frozen entree, reduced fat affect hormones?
Yes — Beef macaroni with tomato sauce, frozen entree, reduced fat is rich in selenium (22% DV), which Required for T4→T3 conversion (deiodinase enzyme). Selenoproteins protect Leydig cells from oxidative damage.. selenium supports T3 (active thyroid) and Testosterone production. zinc supports Testosterone and DHT production.
Is Beef macaroni with tomato sauce, frozen entree, reduced fat good for blood pressure?
Yes. Beef macaroni with tomato sauce, frozen entree, reduced fat provides 202mg of potassium per 100g (4% DV). Potassium helps lower blood pressure by counteracting sodium's effects and relaxing blood vessel walls. The sodium-to-potassium ratio is 1.1.
Does Beef macaroni with tomato sauce, frozen entree, reduced fat contain anti-nutrients?
Oxalates (spinach, beet greens, Swiss chard — bind calcium). Goitrogens (raw cruciferous — broccoli, kale, cabbage — can impair thyroid iodine uptake). Cooking cruciferous vegetables deactivates goitrogens. Pair high-oxalate greens with calcium-rich foods (they bind in gut, not kidneys). Avoid green potatoes. Only a concern with very high raw intake + iodine deficiency (for goitrogens) or kidney stone history (for oxalates).