Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original
Kraft Heinz Foods CompanySports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
The Moran Group IncorporatedComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Original Mac... | Sports Shape... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 40.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 7.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original vs Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has extremely high impact (BSI 97.5) compared to Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original's extremely high impact (BSI 75.4). Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contains 12.0g more carbs per serving, Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner provides 1.0g more fiber. Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original 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.
Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original
Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
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Nutritional Labels
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Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original
Serving size 58.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 34.0g 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, GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, MILK, MILKFAT, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MALTODEXTRIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF CALCIUM CARBONATE, SODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, DRIED BUTTERMILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, NONFAT DRY MILK, GUAR GUM, CHEESE CULTURE, WITH PAPRIKA, TURMERIC, AND ANNATTO ADDED FOR COLOR, SILICON DIOXIDE, ENZYMES, NATURAL FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, SALT, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES.
Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Serving size 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 47.0g 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 FLOUR, NIACIN FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY, SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], COLORS ADDED [YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE], SODIUM CASEINATE, BUTTER OIL).
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: Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original has a BSI of 75.4 while Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has a BSI of 97.5. Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 75.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original contains 69.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contains 74.3g per 100g. Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original has 5.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Original Macaroni&Cheese Sauce Mix, Original provides 1.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.9g in Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner. Sports Shapes & Cheese, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner provides 1.2g 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.
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.