Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Instant Mash... | Four Cheese ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Instant Mashed Potatoes
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes
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Nutritional Labels
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Instant Mashed Potatoes
Serving size 22.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 16.0g 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:
DEHYDRATED IDAHO POTATOES (FRESHNESS PRESERVED WITH SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BISULFITE, AND CITRIC ACID), MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES.
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.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Instant Mashed Potatoes
Vitamins
Four Cheese Cheddar, P...
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmes...
Food Tags
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Instant Mashed Potatoes Tags
Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes Tags
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: Instant Mashed Potatoes has a BSI of 31.4 while Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese has a BSI of 37.0. Instant Mashed Potatoes has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Instant Mashed Potatoes appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 31.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Instant Mashed Potatoes contains 81.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese contains 71.4g per 100g. Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese has 10.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Instant Mashed Potatoes provides 9.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Four Cheese Cheddar, Parmesan, Bleu & Monterey Jack Cheese Instant Mashed Potatoes, Four Cheese. Instant Mashed Potatoes provides 5.5g 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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