Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original
Gilster Marylee C/O Ko Pak Inc.Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original
Food Town Stores Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Original Del... | Ez Mac 'N' C... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 48.0g | 41.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 11.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original vs Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original comparison: Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original has a extremely high blood sugar impact (BSI 88.7) while Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original has extremely high impact (BSI 77.7). Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original contains 7.0g more carbs per serving, Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original provides 1.0g more fiber. Consider Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original for better blood sugar control.
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.
Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original
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Nutritional Labels
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Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original
Serving size 99.0 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:
ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT: (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE: (SKIM MILK, WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], CANOLA OIL, MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, BETA CAROTENE [COLOR], PAPRIKA EXTRACT [COLOR], NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM ALGINATE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, LACTIC ACID, SORBIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], XANTHAN GUM).
Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original
Serving size 58.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 35.0g 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:
ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WHEY, MALTODEXTRIN, PALM AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, CHEDDAR AND BLUE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES), LACTOSE, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, EMULSIFIERS (ACETIC ACID ESTERS OF MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, WHOLE MILK POWDER, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SILICON DIOXIDE, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM CASEINATE, COLOR (TITANIUM DIOXIDE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6), CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID, GUAR GUM.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Food 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: Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original has a BSI of 88.7 while Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original has a BSI of 77.7. Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 77.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original contains 48.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original contains 70.7g per 100g. Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original has 22.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Original Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese, Original provides 2.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.7g in Ez Mac 'N' Cheese Dinner, Original. 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 pasta dinners category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.