Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Macaroni Salad
Thumann Inc.Krab Salad, Krab
Walker Food Products Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Macaroni Salad | Krab Salad, ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 0.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.5g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Macaroni Salad vs Krab Salad, Krab: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Macaroni Salad has high impact (BSI 40.7) compared to Krab Salad, Krab's minimal impact (BSI 0.0). Macaroni Salad contains 22.0g more carbs per serving. Krab Salad, Krab 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 Salad
Krab Salad, Krab
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Macaroni Salad
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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:
MACARONI MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, EGG YOLKS, EGGS, VINEGAR, SALT, SUGAR, DEXTROSE, LEMON JUICE, AND SPICES), SUGAR, RED AND GREEN PEPPERS, CELERY, CARROTS, VINEGAR, SALT, ONIONS, SOUR CREAM (MILK, CREAM, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SODIUM CITRATE, CARRAGEENAN, GUAR GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM AND CULTURE), ONION POWDER, SOYBEAN OIL, MINCED ONIONS, SPICES, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, LESS THAN 1/10TH 1% POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS
Krab Salad, Krab
Serving size 100.0 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:
IMITATION CRABMEAT (FISH PROTEIN (POLLACK AND OR WHITING, WATER, WHEAT STARCH, SOYBEAN OIL SUGAR, TAPIOCA STARCH LESS THAN 2% OF: SALT, SORBITOL, MIRIN WINE (SAKE SUGAR, SALT, WATER, YEAST EXTRACT), EGG WHITES, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL CRAB FLAVOR, CARRAGEENAN, SODIUM TRYPOLYPHOSPHATE, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, CAMINE, PAPRIKA, OLEORESIN, COLOR ADDED CELERY, SALAD DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL WATER HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, DISTILLED VINEGAR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, EGG YOLK, SALT, MUSTARD FLOUR, XANTHAN GUM POTASSIUM SORBATE [PRESERVATIVE]), SOUR CREAM (GRADE A PASTEURIZED CULTURED CREAM, MILK, SKIM MILK, WHEY PROTEIN, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GELATIN, GUAR GUM, SODIUM CITRATE, TETRASODIUM [PYROPHOSPHATE, CARRAGEENAN, POTASSIUM SORBATE [TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS], ENZYME AND NATURAL FLAVORS, ONION, WATER, MUSTARD (VINEGAR, WATER, #1 MUSTARD SEED, SALT, TURMERIC PAPRIKA, SALT, 110 TH OF 1% POTASSIUM SORBATE ADDED AS A PRESERVATIVE), LEMON JUICE (FILTERED WATER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SODIUM BISULFITE AND SODIUM BENZOATE [AS PRESERVATIVES], LEMON OIL), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SALT WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (DISTILLED VINEGAR, MOLASSES, WATER, CORN SYRUP, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, SUGAR, SPICES, ANCHOVIES, NATURAL FLAVORS (SOY), AND TAMARIND EXTRACT), CELERY SEED.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Macaroni Salad
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Food Tags
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Macaroni Salad 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 Salad has a BSI of 40.7 while Krab Salad, Krab has a BSI of 0.0. Krab Salad, Krab has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Krab Salad, Krab appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 0.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Macaroni Salad contains 19.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Krab Salad, Krab contains 0.0g per 100g. Krab Salad, Krab has 19.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Macaroni Salad provides 0.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.5g in Krab Salad, Krab. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.