Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese
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RegganoComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Macaroni & C... | Chicken Broc... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g | 46.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
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Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese
Serving size 71.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 47.0g 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:
ORGANIC ELBOWS (ORGANIC DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA), AGED CHEDDAR CHEESE SEASONING (ORGANIC MALTODEXTRIN, ORGANIC CHEDDAR CHEESE* [PASTEURIZED ORGANIC MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], SALT, ORGANIC CREAM POWDER [ORGANIC CREAM, ORGANIC NON-FAT DRY MILK, VITAMIN E TO PROTECT FLAVOR], ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC CORNSTARCH, ORGANIC NON-FAT DRY MILK, NATURAL FLAVORS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: ORGANIC SUNFLOWER OIL, LACTIC ACID POWDER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, ORGANIC ANNATTO EXTRACT FOR COLOR, SILICON DIOXIDE [TO REDUCE CAKING], CITRIC ACID).
Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli
Serving size 62.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 42.0g 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, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SALT, CHICKEN FAT (WITH ROSEMARY EXTRACT TO PROTECT QUALITY), HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CORN STARCH, ONION, GARLIC, BROCCOLI, SILICON DIOXIDE (ANTI-CAKING AGENT), SPICES, RED BELL PEPPER, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, CHICKEN FLAVOR, EXTRACTIVES OF TURMERIC, CHICKEN, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE, NATURAL FLAVORS, TORULA YEAST, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, WHEY.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese
Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese 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: Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese has a BSI of 97.2 while Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli has a BSI of 85.6. Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 85.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese contains 70.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli contains 74.2g per 100g. Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese has 3.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Macaroni & Cheddar Cheese provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.2g in Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli. Chicken Broccoli Flavor Pasta Side Dish, Chicken & Broccoli provides 3.2g 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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