Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Original Macaroni & Cheese Sauce Mix
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sharp Chedda... | Original Mac... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 39.0g | 41.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Original Macaroni & Cheese Sauce Mix
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Nutritional Labels
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Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Serving size 84.0 Gg
% 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, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID); CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, MILK, CANOLA OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SODIUM ALGINATE, LACTIC ACID, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, CHEESE CULTURE, MILKFAT, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ENZYMES, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR]); SEASONING BLEND (WHEY, MILK, MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, SPICE, SKIM MILK, MILKFAT, PART-SKIM MILK, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF JALAPENO PEPPERS, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, GARLIC*, BUTTERMILK*, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CELLULOSE GEL, CELLULOSE GUM, ONIONS*, NATURAL FLAVOR [INCLUDES SMOKE], AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, CHEESE CULTURE, LACTIC ACID, ANCHO PEPPERS, TOMATOES*, PAPRIKA, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, VINEGAR*, ENZYMES, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, DISODIUM INOSINATE).
Original Macaroni & Cheese Sauce Mix
Serving size 61.0 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).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner 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: Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno has a BSI of 73.3 while Original Macaroni & Cheese Sauce Mix, Original has a BSI of 77.2. Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 73.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno contains 46.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Macaroni & Cheese Sauce Mix, Original contains 67.2g per 100g. Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno has 20.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar & Jalapeno provides 1.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Original Macaroni & Cheese Sauce Mix, 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.
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