Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original
Brookshire Grocery CompanyDeluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese
Topco Associates, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Shells & Che... | Deluxe Macar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 45.0g | 35.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 14.0g | 9.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original vs Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original has extremely high impact (BSI 82.3) compared to Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese's very high impact (BSI 65.3). Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original contains 10.0g more carbs per serving, Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original provides 1.0g more fiber. Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese 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.
Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 39.0g 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, REDUCED IRON [FERROUS SULFATE], THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, WHEY, CANOLA OIL, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, NONFAT MILK, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, SODIUM ALGINATE, LACTIC ACID, PRESERVATIVE [SORBIC ACID], COLOR [OLEORESIN PAPRIKA, APOCAROTENAL]).
Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese
Serving size 73.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 32.0g 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:
ORGANIC WHEAT MACARONI (ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR), CHEESE SAUCE (ORGANIC CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED ORGANIC MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, ORGANIC BUTTER, ORGANIC NON-FAT DRY MILK, ORGANIC MALTODEXTRIN, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, ORGANIC GUAR GUM, COLOR [ORGANIC FRUIT JUICE {ORGANIC PUMPKIN, ORGANIC APPLE}, ORGANIC ANNATTO EXTRACT], LACTIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM), ORGANIC CORN STARCH, SALT, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, ORGANIC SUNFLOWER OIL.
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: Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original has a BSI of 82.3 while Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese has a BSI of 65.3. Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 65.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original contains 39.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese contains 48.0g per 100g. Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original has 8.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Shells & Cheese Dinner, Original provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.4g in Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Deluxe 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.
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