Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Macaroni & Cheese
H.J. Heinz CompanyChocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha
The Kellogg CompanyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Macaroni & C... | Chocolate Mo... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 18.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 5.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 10.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Macaroni & Cheese vs Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Macaroni & Cheese has extremely high impact (BSI 95.1) compared to Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha's high impact (BSI 49.5). Macaroni & Cheese contains 20.0g more carbs per serving, Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha provides 3.0g more fiber. Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha 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
Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha
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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).
Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha
Serving size 296.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 7.0g 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:
WATER, PROTEIN BLEND (WATER, NONFAT MILK, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE), SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF MALTODEXTRIN, POLYDEXTROSE, CANOLA OIL, COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, COFFEE EXTRACT, GELLAN GUM, CELLULOSE GUM, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, POTASSIUM CITRATE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, CARRAGEENAN, CAFFEINE, SUCRALOSE, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM. VITAMINS AND MINERALS: TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, VITAMIN C (SODIUM ASCORBATE), VITAMIN E (ALPHA TOCOPHEROL ACETATE), VITAMIN A PALMITATE, NIACINAMIDE, IRON (FERRIC PYROPHOSPHATE), ZINC SULFATE, VITAMIN D3, VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN B2 (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN B12, FOLIC ACID. SWEETENED WITH NUTRITIVE AND NONNUTRITIVE SWEETENERS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Macaroni & Cheese
Minerals
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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 Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha has a BSI of 49.5. Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 49.5. 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 Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha contains 10.1g per 100g. Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha has 9.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Macaroni & Cheese provides 0.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.7g in Chocolate Mocha Flavored Protein Breakfast Shakes, Chocolate Mocha. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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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