Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Michelina's, Chili Mac
Bellisio Foods IncBroccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake
Amy's Kitchen Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Michelina's,... | Broccoli & C... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 38.0g | 50.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 17.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 21.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Michelina's, Chili Mac vs Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake has extremely high impact (BSI 91.8) compared to Michelina's, Chili Mac's very high impact (BSI 68.8). Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake contains 12.0g more carbs per serving. Michelina's, Chili Mac 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.
Michelina's, Chili Mac
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Nutritional Labels
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Michelina's, Chili Mac
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.0g 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 (WATER, SEMOLINA [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, BEEF, TOMATO PASTE, RED BEANS (WITH WATER, SALT, AND CALCIUM CHLORIDE), DICED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID), ONIONS, BELL PEPPERS, SALT, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, BEEF BASE (ROASTED BEEF AND CONCENTRATED BEEF STOCK, SALT, HYDROLYZED PLANT PROTEIN (SOY, CORN, WHEAT), CORN OIL, SUGAR, AUTOLYZED YEAST, FLAVORING, MALTODEXTRIN, DRIED WHEY, DEXTROSE, CARAMEL COLOR) MALTODEXTRIN, MARGARINE (LIQUID AND HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SALT, VEGETABLE MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BHA & BHT ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE AND VITAMIN D3 ADDED), GARLIC (WITH WATER AND CITRIC ACID), CHILI POWDER (CHILI PEPPERS, SPICES, SALT, GARLIC POWDER) CHICKEN BASE (CHICKEN MEAT AND CONCENTRATED CHICKEN STOCK, SALT, CHICKEN FAT, SUGAR, DRIED WHEY, FLAVOR BLEND [AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR], FLAVORING, EXTRACTIVE OF TURMERIC), JALAPENO PEPPERS (WITH VINEGAR AND SALT), CORN, SPICES, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA AND NATURAL FLAVORS, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (DISTILLED VINEGAR, MOLASSES, CORN SYRUP, WATER, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, GARLIC POWDER, SUGAR, SPICES, ANCHOVIES, TAMARIND, NATURAL FLAVOR, SULFITES ADDED AS PRESERVATIVES), XANTHAN GUM, MALTODEXTRIN AND NATURAL FLAVOR.
Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake
Serving size 269.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 41.0g 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:
RICE PASTA (ORGANIC RICE FLOUR, FILTERED WATER, ORGANIC POTATO STARCH, RICE STARCH, ORGANIC SOY FLOUR), ORGANIC LOWFAT MILK, ORGANIC BROCCOLI, WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), ORGANIC RICE FLOUR, FILTERED WATER, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), ORGANIC SWEET RICE FLOUR, ORGANIC TAPIOCA STARCH, ORGANIC POTATOES, ORGANIC EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SEA SALT, ORGANIC AGAVE SYRUP, ORGANIC HIGH OLEIC SAFFLOWER AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, YEAST, ORGANIC POTATO FLOUR, ORGANIC ANNATTO (COLOR), ORGANIC RICE BRAN EXTRACT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Michelina's, Chili Mac has a BSI of 68.8 while Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake has a BSI of 91.8. Michelina's, Chili Mac has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Michelina's, Chili Mac appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 68.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Michelina's, Chili Mac contains 16.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake contains 18.6g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Michelina's, Chili Mac provides 1.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.1g in Broccoli & Cheddar Bake Bowls, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake. 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 frozen dinners & entrees category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.