Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Kettle Cuisine, Inc.Southern Meatloaf, Southern
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| Nutrient | Cauliflower ... | Southern Mea... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 32.0g | 34.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 13.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 7.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 27.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 37.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Southern Meatloaf, Southern
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Nutritional Labels
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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Serving size 245.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 26.0g 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:
DITALINI PASTA (SEMOLINA, DURUM FLOUR), WHOLE MILK (MILK, VITAMIN D3), CAULIFLOWER, VEGETABLE STOCK (WATER, ONIONS, CABBAGE, CELERY, MUSHROOMS, CARROTS, TURNIPS, BLACK PEPPERCORNS, MUSTARD SEED, DILL WEED, THYME, BAY LEAVES, MARJORAM), CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, WHEAT FLOUR, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), SCALLIONS, GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SEA SALT, RICE STARCH, BLACK PEPPER.
Southern Meatloaf, Southern
Serving size 317.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g 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:
MEATLOAF (BEEF, LIQUID WHOLE EGG [EGG, CITRIC ACID], ONION, TOMATO PASTE, APPLESAUCE [APPLE, WATER], ALMOND FLOUR, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR [ORGANIC RAW APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, PURIFIED WATER], GRASS-FED GHEE [UNSALTED BUTTER {CREAM, MILK}], SEA SALT, GARLIC POWDER, BLACK PEPPER, HONEY, GROUND CLOVES) POTATOTURNIP MASH (TURNIPS, RED POTATOES, GRASS-FED GHEE [UNSALTED BUTTER {CREAM, MILK}], SEA SALT) BUTTERED PEAS (GREEN PEAS, GRASS-FED GHEE [UNSALTED BUTTER {CREAM, MILK}], SEA SALT, BLACK PEPPER) CARAMELIZED ONION GRAVY (WATER, ONION, COCONUT AMINOS [COCONUT NECTAR, COCONUT BLOSSOM SAP, SEA SALT), RED WINE VINEGAR, GRASS-FED GHEE [UNSALTED BUTTER {CREAM, MILK}], BALSAMIC VINEGAR [WINE VINEGAR, GRAPE MUST], NUTRITIONAL YEAST [DRIED YEAST, NIACIN {B}, PYRIDOXINE HCI {B6}, RIBOFLAVIN {B2}, THIAMIN HCI {B1}, FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN B12] ROSEMARY, TAPIOCA FLOUR, THYME, BLACK PEPPER, MUSTARD SEEDS)
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
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Food Tags
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Cauliflower Mac & Cheese Tags
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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: Cauliflower Mac & Cheese has a BSI of 60.7 while Southern Meatloaf, Southern has a BSI of 52.2. Southern Meatloaf, Southern has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Southern Meatloaf, Southern appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 52.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cauliflower Mac & Cheese contains 13.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Southern Meatloaf, Southern contains 10.7g per 100g. Southern Meatloaf, Southern has 2.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cauliflower Mac & Cheese provides 0.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.2g in Southern Meatloaf, Southern. Southern Meatloaf, Southern provides 1.8g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
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.
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