Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe
Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion & Herb
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cavatelli Wi... | Homestyle Ma... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 25.0g | 31.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.1g |
| Protein | 7.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 18.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe
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Nutritional Labels
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Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 22.0g 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:
EXTRA FANCY DURUM WHEAT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID) WATER, EGGS. BROCCOLI RABE, CANOLA OIL, CHICKEN BROTH (SALT, CORN SUGAR, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, NATURAL FLAVOURS, YEAST EXTRACT, VEGETABLE EXTRACT, VEGETABLE STOCK.)
Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion & Herb
Serving size 220.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.9g 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:
COOKED ENRICHED FUSILLI PASTA (WATER, SEMOLINA [WHEAT], NIACIN, IRON [FERROUS SULFATE], THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MILK, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (CULTURE MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), CARAMELIZED ONIONS, CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURE MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO), WATER, RICE STARCH, NATURAL FLAVOR (MILK), SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVOR (MALTODEXTRIN), SALT, PARSLEY, CHIVES, SPICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food 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: Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe has a BSI of 44.3 while Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion & Herb has a BSI of 58.3. Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 44.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe contains 22.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion & Herb contains 14.1g per 100g. Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion & Herb has 8.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.5g in Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese, Caramelized Onion & Herb. Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe provides 1.3g 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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