Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Beef Shepherd's Pie
Safeway, Inc.Mac & Cheese
Wells SelectComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Beef Shepher... | Mac & Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 25.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 17.0g | 11.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g | 12.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Beef Shepherd's Pie vs Mac & Cheese comparison: Mac & Cheese has a high blood sugar impact (BSI 46.7) while Beef Shepherd's Pie has high impact (BSI 35.0). Mac & Cheese contains 5.0g more carbs per serving, Beef Shepherd's Pie provides 1.0g more fiber. Consider Beef Shepherd's Pie for better blood sugar control.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Beef Shepherd's Pie
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Nutritional Labels
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Beef Shepherd's Pie
Serving size 198.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 17.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* 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.
INGREDIENTS:
MASHED POTATOES (POTATOES, SALT, DISODIUM DIHYDROGEN PYROPHOSPHATE [MAINTAINS COLOR], SODIUM BENZOATE [MAINTAINS FRESHNESS], DEXTROSE), GROUND BEEF, WATER, MILK (WHOLE MILK, VITAMIN D ADDED), VEGETABLES BLEND (PEAS, CORN, CARROTS, GREEN BEANS), CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, CHEESE COLOR, ENZYMES), MARGARINE (LIQUID AND PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SALT, MONOGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN), MUSHROOMS, TOMATOES, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, BEEF BASE (ROASTED BEEF, CONCENTRATED BEEF STOCK, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, MALTODEXTRIN [FROM CORN], CORN OIL, SUGAR, DRIED ONION, DRIED GARLIC, DRIED WHEY, CARAMEL COLOR, SPICE EXTRACTIVES), CREAM, ONION, MUSHROOM BASE (MUSHROOMS, MALTODEXTRIN, CORN OIL, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, MUSHROOM CONCENTRATE, SUGAR, ONION POWDER, BUTTER, NATURAL FLAVORS), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, GARLIC, SALT, SUGAR, SPICES.
Mac & Cheese
Serving size 142.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 20.0g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* 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.
INGREDIENTS:
MAC AND CHEESE SAUCE (MILK, AMERICAN CHEESE [CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT ENZYMES, WATER, MILKFAT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT AND ANNATTO], CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO, CELLULOSE (ANTI CAKING)], FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR], BUTTER [CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORING], SALT), MACARONI PASTA (WATER, ENRICHED DURUM SEMOLINA [DURUM SEMOLINA WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Beef Shepherd's Pie
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Beef Shepherd's Pie has a BSI of 35.0 while Mac & Cheese has a BSI of 46.7. Beef Shepherd's Pie has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Beef Shepherd's Pie appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Beef Shepherd's Pie contains 10.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mac & Cheese contains 17.6g per 100g. Beef Shepherd's Pie has 7.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Beef Shepherd's Pie provides 1.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Mac & Cheese. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the other deli category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.