Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pepperoni Pizza Kit
Champion Foods, LlcKroger, Macaroni & Cheese
The Kroger Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pepperoni Pi... | Kroger, Maca... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 53.0g | 45.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 21.0g | 17.0g |
| Fat | 16.0g | 17.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pepperoni Pizza Kit vs Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese comparison: Pepperoni Pizza Kit has a extremely high blood sugar impact (BSI 96.2) while Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese has extremely high impact (BSI 84.0). Pepperoni Pizza Kit contains 8.0g more carbs per serving, Pepperoni Pizza Kit provides 1.1g more fiber. Consider Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese 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.
Pepperoni Pizza Kit
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Pepperoni Pizza Kit
Serving size 180.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 45.9g 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:
CRUST: ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, ENZYME FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, GLUCONO DELTA-LACTONE, YEAST, WHITE DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, BAKING SODA, DOUGH CONDITIONER (WHEAT FLOUR, YEAST, WHEAT GLUTEN, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ENZYME, ASCORBIC ACID, L. CYSTEINE, SOY OIL), CELLULOSE GUM, SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE). CHEESE: LOW MOISTURE PART SKIM MOZZARELLA AND MUENSTER CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, ENZYMES), POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING), NATAMYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR). SAUCE: TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), PIZZA SPICE (SALT, SUGAR, SPICES, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION), HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CITRIC ACID. PEPPERONI: PORK, BEEF, SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SPICES, DEXTROSE, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, OLEORESIN OF PAPRIKA, SODIUM ASCORBATE, FLAVORING, SODIUM NITRITE, BHA, BHT, CITRIC ACID.
Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese
Serving size 250.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 37.0g 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 MACARONI (WATER, SEMOLINA WHEAT [WHEAT, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, AMERICAN AND SWISS AND ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESES (PART SKIM AND WHOLE MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), MILK, WHEAT FLOUR, BUTTER FAT, SKIM MILK. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, MILKFAT, LACTIC ACID, XANTHAN AND GUAR GUMS, SPICE, ANNATTO AND B-APO-8 CAROTENAL (FOR COLOR), SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), SOY LECITHIN.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Pepperoni Pizza Kit
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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: Pepperoni Pizza Kit has a BSI of 96.2 while Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese has a BSI of 84.0. Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 84.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pepperoni Pizza Kit contains 29.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese contains 18.0g per 100g. Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese has 11.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pepperoni Pizza Kit provides 1.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.8g in Kroger, Macaroni & Cheese. 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 pizza mixes & other dry dinners category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.