Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count
Cooked White Rice
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Kraft Macaro... | Cooked White... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 37.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 6.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count
Cooked White Rice
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Nutritional Labels
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Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count
Serving size 55.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 31.0g 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 PRODUCT (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, MILK, PALM OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF CALCIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, DRIED BUTTERMILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CREAM, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, NONFAT DRY MILK, GUAR GUM, CHEESE CULTURE WITH PAPRIKA, TURMERIC AND ANNATO ADDED FOR COLOR, ENZYMES, NATURAL FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, SALT, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES
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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Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count 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: Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count has a BSI of 69.8 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.
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count contains 67.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cooked White Rice contains 31.4g per 100g. Cooked White Rice has 35.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Cooked White Rice. Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, 1.9 Oz, 4 Count provides 1.8g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the entrees, sides & small meals category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.