Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes
Cooked White Rice
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Four Cheese ... | Cooked White... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes
Cooked White Rice
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Nutritional Labels
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Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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:
POTATO FLAKES (DEHYDRATED POTATO, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, PRESERVATIVES [SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BISULFITE, CITRIC ACID]), SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, PALM OIL, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), NATURAL FLAVOR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: WHEY, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), ENZYME MODIFIED CHEDDAR CHEESE AND BUTTER (CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], BUTTER [CREAM, SALT, COLOR (ANNATTO EXTRACT)], CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES), BUTTERMILK, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), SODIUM CASEINATE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID, NONFAT MILK, BLUE CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOGLYCERIDES, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, REDUCED-LACTOSE WHEY, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS (PRESERVATIVE), COLOR (ANNATTO EXTRACT, TURMERIC OLEORESIN), CITRIC ACID.
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: Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese has a BSI of 37.0 while Cooked White Rice has a BSI of 65.6. Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 37.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese contains 71.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cooked White Rice contains 31.4g per 100g. Cooked White Rice has 40.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Cooked White Rice. Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese provides 3.6g 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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