Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar
Kraft Heinz Foods CompanyMushroom Garlic Cavatappi
Fresh & EasyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Sharp Chedda... | Mushroom Gar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 51.0g | 43.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar vs Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar
Serving size 109.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 44.0g 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:
INGREDIENTS: ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE [IRON], THIAMIN MONONITRATE [VITAMIN B1], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE {CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO (COLOR)], WHEY, CANOLA OIL, SKIM MILK, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, LACTIC ACID, SORBIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], SODIUM ALGINATE, ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR]), OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR]), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, BREADCRUMB (WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, SPICE, YEAST, GARLIC POWDER, SALT), SEASONING (SPICE [CONTAINS MUSTARD], SALT, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER), MALTODEXTRIN, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES.
Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi
Serving size 60.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 40.0g 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 PASTA (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WHEY (FROM MILK), ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), SALT, MUSHROOMS*, YEAST EXTRACT, GARLIC*, ONIONS*, NATURAL FLAVOR, PARSLEY*, BLACK PEPPER, XANTHAN GUM.
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: Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar has a BSI of 94.3 while Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi has a BSI of 81.8. Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 81.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar contains 46.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi contains 71.7g per 100g. Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar has 24.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Sharp Cheddar Single Bowl Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Sharp Cheddar provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.7g in Mushroom Garlic Cavatappi. 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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