Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti
Cooked White Rice
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cheddar Hava... | Cooked White... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 43.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 10.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti
Cooked White Rice
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Nutritional Labels
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Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti
Serving size 98.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 38.0g 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:
ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], HAVARTI CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], CANOLA OIL, SWISS CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MILK, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SKIM MILK, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], MILKFAT, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], CHEESE CULTURE, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR], ENZYMES)
Cooked White Rice
Serving size 105.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 33.0g 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:
COOKED ORGANIC WHITE JASMINE RICE, GLUCONO-DELTA-LACTONE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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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: Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti has a BSI of 80.7 while Cooked White Rice has a BSI of 65.6. Cooked White Rice has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cooked White Rice appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 65.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti contains 43.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cooked White Rice contains 31.4g per 100g. Cooked White Rice has 12.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti provides 1.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Cooked White Rice. Cheddar Havarti Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Cheddar; Havarti provides 1.0g 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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