Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mac & Cheese
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The Quaker Oats Co/Golden GrainComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mac & Cheese | Cheesy Jalap... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 7.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Mac & Cheese vs Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno has extremely high impact (BSI 83.4) compared to Mac & Cheese's very high impact (BSI 56.4). Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno contains 11.0g more carbs per serving, Mac & Cheese provides 2.0g more fiber. Mac & Cheese 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.
Mac & Cheese
Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno
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Nutritional Labels
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Mac & Cheese
Serving size 58.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 27.0g 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 (DURUM SEMOLINA FLOUR (WHEAT), NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN, MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE POWDER (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYME), INULIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, NATURAL FLAVORS (CHEESE, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM CASEINATE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, GUM ARABIC), WHOLE DRY MILK, CREAM POWDER (NONFAT DRY MILK, TOCOPHEROLS, ASCORBYL PALMITATE), WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, ACETIC ACID, ONION POWDER, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, GARLIC POWDER, DEXTROSE, XANTHAN GUM, LACTIC ACID, SOYBEAN OIL, LACTOSE, MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL TOCOPHEROLS, ANNATTO POWDER, FD&C YELLOW #5, SILICON DIOXIDE.
Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno
Serving size 66.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 40.0g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR, WHEY, PALM OIL, SALT, CHEESE BLEND (CHEDDAR, ROMANO, MONTEREY JACK, PARMESAN AND BLUE CHEESES [MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES]), MALTODEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, BUTTERMILK, CANOLA OIL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SODIUM CASEINATE, POTASSIUM SALT, ONION POWDER, SPICES, LACTOSE, JALAPENO PEPPER*, GARLIC POWDER, CULTURED NONFAT MILK, LACTIC ACID, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, NONFAT DRY MILK, ANNATO EXTRACT (COLOR), SUNFLOWER OIL, GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE, CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, BLUE 1, CARAMEL COLOR, RED 40, TURMERIC EXTRACT(COLOR), YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, SOY LECITHIN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Mac & Cheese has a BSI of 56.4 while Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno has a BSI of 83.4. Mac & Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mac & Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 56.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Mac & Cheese contains 58.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno contains 68.2g per 100g. Mac & Cheese has 9.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Mac & Cheese provides 6.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.0g in Cheesy Jalapeno Mac'n Cheese Pasta, Cheesy Jalapeno. Mac & Cheese provides 3.9g 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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