Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sesame Ginger Sauce
House Foods America CorporationCheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar
Schnuck Markets, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sesame Ginge... | Cheddar Maca... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 19.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 9.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Sesame Ginger Sauce vs Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar has very high impact (BSI 60.7) compared to Sesame Ginger Sauce's moderate impact (BSI 27.6). Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Sesame Ginger Sauce provides 3.1g more fiber. Sesame Ginger Sauce 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.
Sesame Ginger Sauce
Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar
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Nutritional Labels
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Sesame Ginger Sauce
Serving size 284.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 4.9g 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:
TOFU SHIRATAKI NOODLES [WATER, TOFU (WATER, SOYBEAN, CALCIUM SULFATE, GLUCONO DELTA LACTONE), YAM FLOUR, CALCIUM HYDROXIDE], WATER, ONION, CARROT, BELL PEPPER, TAHINI PASTA (SESAME SEEDS), TAMARI SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEAN, SALT, ALCOHOL), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING INGREDIENTS: SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, VINEGAR, GINGER, GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVOR, SEA SALT, YEAST EXTRACT (MALTODEXTRIN), PEPPER, SALT, CAYENNE PEPPER.
Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar
Serving size 250.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 26.0g 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 MACARONI (SEMOLINA WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID] EGG WHITE), WHOLE MILK, WATER, PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEESE SPREAD (AMERICAN CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER WHEY SODIUM PHOSPHATE, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, NONFAT DRY MILK, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT MILK FAT COLOR ADDED), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT ANNATTO [COLOR]) MARGARINE (LIQUID AND HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SALT, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF VEGETABLE MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), XANTHAN GUM.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Sesame Ginger Sauce
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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: Sesame Ginger Sauce has a BSI of 27.6 while Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar has a BSI of 60.7. Sesame Ginger Sauce has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sesame Ginger Sauce appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 27.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sesame Ginger Sauce contains 6.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar contains 13.2g per 100g. Sesame Ginger Sauce has 6.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sesame Ginger Sauce provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.8g in Cheddar Macaroni And Cheese, Cheddar. Sesame Ginger Sauce provides 1.0g 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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