Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Macaroni & Cheese
Nestle Usa Frozen Food DivisionOriginal Mashed Cauliflower, Original
Birds EyeComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Macaroni & C... | Original Mas... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 31.0g | 6.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 23.0g | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Macaroni & Cheese
Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original
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Nutritional Labels
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Macaroni & Cheese
Serving size 224.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 26.1g 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:
BLANCHED ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, SEMOLINA, EGG WHITES, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SKIM MILK, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO COLOR), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO COLOR), 2% OR LESS OF MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, SEASONING (ENZYME MODIFIED CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, FLAVORING, MILK FAT, MALTODEXTRIN, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, HONEY, SOY LECITHIN, WHEAT STARCH), SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, LIPOLYZED CREAM, SALT, LIPOLYZED BUTTERFAT, FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM), XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, GUAR GUM, SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, FLAVOR, ENZYME MODIFIED BUTTERFAT), LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM LACTATE, ANNATTO COLOR.
Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original
Serving size 125.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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:
CAULIFLOWER, WATER, HEAVY CREAM, LESS THAN 2% OF: CORN STARCH, MODIFIED WHEY, SEA SALT, SPICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Macaroni & Cheese
Vitamins
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Macaroni & 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 & Cheese has a BSI of 58.6 while Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original has a BSI of 8.0. Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 8.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Macaroni & Cheese contains 13.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original contains 4.8g per 100g. Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original has 9.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Macaroni & Cheese provides 0.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original. Original Mashed Cauliflower, Original provides 1.2g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the frozen prepared sides category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.