Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hamburger Skillet Dinner
Mcilhenny CompanySpirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals
Wal Mart Stores, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hamburger Sk... | Spirals Maca... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Hamburger Skillet Dinner vs Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals has extremely high impact (BSI 97.5) compared to Hamburger Skillet Dinner's high impact (BSI 37.1). Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals contains 32.0g more carbs per serving, Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals provides 1.0g more fiber. Hamburger Skillet Dinner is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
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.
Hamburger Skillet Dinner
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals
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Nutritional Labels
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Hamburger Skillet Dinner
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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 PASTA (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CORN STARCH, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), TOMATO*, CHEDDAR/PARMESAN/BLUE/MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), NATURAL FLAVORS, ONION*, SPICES, REFINED SOYBEAN OIL, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, SUGAR, GARLIC*, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5. *DRIED
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals
Serving size 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 44.0g 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, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (MALTODEXTRIN, DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS, WHEY, SALT, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CHEESE POWDER [CHEESE {MILK, SALT, CULTURES, ENZYMES}, DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS], DEHYDRATED CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, COLORS ADDED [ANNATTO EXTRACT, PAPRIKA EXTRACT], CITRIC ACID, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM CITRATE).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Hamburger Skillet Dinner
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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: Hamburger Skillet Dinner has a BSI of 37.1 while Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals has a BSI of 97.5. Hamburger Skillet Dinner has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hamburger Skillet Dinner appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 37.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hamburger Skillet Dinner contains 66.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals contains 74.3g per 100g. Hamburger Skillet Dinner has 7.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hamburger Skillet Dinner provides 3.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.9g in Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals. 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 pasta dinners category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.