Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner
Not A Branded ItemCheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar
Mclane Group International, L.P.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pasta & Crea... | Cheddar Maca... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 49.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner vs Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar has extremely high impact (BSI 91.9) compared to Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner's high impact (BSI 42.9). Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar contains 27.0g more carbs per serving, Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar provides 2.0g more fiber. Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner 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.
Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner
Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar
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Nutritional Labels
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Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner
Serving size 31.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 20.0g 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 (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WHEY (FROM MILK), SALT, CORN STARCH, ONION*, TOMATO*, NATURAL FLAVORS, GARLIC, AUTOLYSED YEAST EXTRACT, SUGAR, SOUR CREAM (CULTURED CREAM, NONFAT MILK), COLOR ADDED, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, SPICES, SOYBEAN OIL, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, CARAMEL (COLOR).
Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar
Serving size 69.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 46.0g 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 WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, REDUCED IRON, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID), DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS, CHEDDAR CHEESE SEASONING: MALTODEXTRIN, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, CHEDDAR CHEESE* (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: NATURAL FLAVORS, COLOR ADDED (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE), SOYBEAN OIL TO REDUCE DUSTING, SILICON DIOXIDE TO REDUCE CAKING, CREAM*, SODIUM CASEINATE
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: Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner has a BSI of 42.9 while Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar has a BSI of 91.9. Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 42.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner contains 71.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar contains 71.0g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Pasta & Creamy Sauce Mix Skillet Dinner provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.9g in Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar. Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese, Cheddar provides 2.9g 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.
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