Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Macaroni & Cheese
H.J. Heinz CompanyButter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic
Authentic JoyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Macaroni & C... | Butter Balsa... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g | 7.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Macaroni & Cheese vs Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Macaroni & Cheese has extremely high impact (BSI 95.1) compared to Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic's low impact (BSI 9.9). Macaroni & Cheese contains 43.0g more carbs per serving. Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic 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.
Macaroni & Cheese
Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic
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Nutritional Labels
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Macaroni & Cheese
Serving size 255.0 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:
COOKED ENRICHED PASTA PRODUCT (WATER, ENRICHED PASTA PRODUCT [SEMOLINA WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, MUNICIPAL SOURCE, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), CHEESE SAUCE (WATER, NONFAT DRY MILK, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, WHEY, SALT, CHEESE BLEND [GRANULAR, BLUE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)], NATURAL FLAVORS [INCLUDING MILK AND AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT], XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, CITRIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, NATURAL BUTTER FLAVOR, LIPOLYZED CREAM, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES [SOY], SODIUM PHOSPHATE, ENZYME-MODIFIED BUTTER, BUTTERFAT, SPICES, ANNATTO EXTRACT, FLAVOR, DEHYDRATED BUTTER, TURMERIC EXTRACT, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, LACTOSE POWDER, ANNATTO, TURMERIC).
Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic
Serving size 105.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
PRECOOKED GREEN BEANS, CHERRY TOMATOES, PRECOOKED CARROTS, CHAMPIGNON MUSHROOMS, PRECOOKED RED PEPPER PRECOOKED YELLOW PEPPER, WHITE ONIONS, SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, BALSAMIC VINEGAR (WINE VINEGAR, CONCENTRATED GRAPE MUST, CARAMEL COLOR), BALSAMIC GLAZE (SUGAR, WINE VINEGAR, BALSAMIC VINEGAR (WINE VINEGAR, CONCENTRATED GRAPE MUST, CARAMEL COLOR), MODIFIED STARCH), BUTTER (MILK), PARSLEY, SALT, GARLIC, BLACK PEPPER POWDER, OREGANO.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Macaroni & Cheese
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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 95.1 while Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic has a BSI of 9.9. Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 9.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Macaroni & Cheese contains 19.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic contains 6.7g per 100g. Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic has 12.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Macaroni & Cheese provides 0.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.9g in Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic. Butter Balsamic Glazed Vegetables, Butter Balsamic provides 1.1g 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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