Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy
Basic American Foods, Inc.Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy
Hormel Foods CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Hashbrown Po... | Macaroni And... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 13.0g | 43.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 7.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.1g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy vs Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy has extremely high impact (BSI 80.3) compared to Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy's moderate impact (BSI 23.5). Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy contains 30.0g more carbs per serving, Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy provides 1.1g more fiber. Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy 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.
Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy
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Nutritional Labels
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Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy
Serving size 17.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 11.0g 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:
IDAHO POTATOES (DRY), SEASONING [POTATO STARCH, SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), ONION, NONFAT DRY MILK, MALTODEXTRIN, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, GARLIC, SUGAR, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), SPICE, YEAST EXTRACT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, EXTRACTIVES OF ANNATTO], CANOLA OIL, SALT, DEXTROSE, MONOGLYCERIDE. FRESHNESS PRESERVED WITH SODIUM BISULFITE, CITRIC ACID AND BHT.
Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy
Serving size 230.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 33.9g 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:
ENRICHED MACARONI (WATER, DURUM SEMOLINA [WHEAT], FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MILK WITH VITAMIN D3, WATER, PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEESE SPREAD (AMERICAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SKIM MILK, SALT, MILKFAT, ARTIFICIAL COLOR), CHEDDAR CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], NONFAT MILK, WHEY, SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR], AND NATURAL FLAVOR), LIQUID MARGARINE (LIQUID AND HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SALT, VEGETABLE MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), ANNATTO COLOR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy has a BSI of 23.5 while Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy has a BSI of 80.3. Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 23.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy contains 76.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy contains 18.7g per 100g. Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy has 57.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy provides 5.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.9g in Macaroni And Cheese, Cheesy. Hashbrown Potatoes, Cheesy provides 5.0g 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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