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Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese
Kraft Heinz Foods CompanySaffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron
Harvest Food Group, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Side Recipe ... | Saffron Rice... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 0.9g |
| Protein | 15.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese vs Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese has very high impact (BSI 64.2) compared to Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron's high impact (BSI 43.8). Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese contains 11.0g more carbs per serving. Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron 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.
Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese
Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron
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Nutritional Labels
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Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese
Serving size 185.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 27.1g 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 PRODUCT (WATER, ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT [SEMOLINA WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), SAUCE (WATER, HALF & HALF [MILK, CREAM], PASTEURIZED PROCESS WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE [CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SALT], CHEESE SAUCE MIX [WHEY, MILKFAT, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE, TAPIOCA FLOUR, CITRIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, WITH PAPRIKA, TURMERIC, AND ANNATTO ADDED FOR COLOR, ENZYMES, CHEESE CULTURE], SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO (COLOR)], SOYBEAN OIL, BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], TAPIOCA STARCH, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CHEESE BLEND [CHEDDAR, GRANULAR, SEMISOFT AND BLUE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, VINEGAR, SALT], MILK SOLIDS, SKIM MILK POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT), PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SKIM MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO [COLOR])
Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron
Serving size 118.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.1g 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:
GRAIN BLEND (WATER, LONG GRAIN WHITE RICE, LONG GRAIN PARBOILED RICE, BROWN RICE, SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, SAFFRON, TURMERIC), CARROTS, GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, GREEN ONIONS, SALT, BLACK PEPPER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese 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: Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese has a BSI of 64.2 while Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron has a BSI of 43.8. Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 43.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese contains 18.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron contains 19.5g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Side Recipe No 1 Homestyle Mac & Cheese provides 0.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.8g in Saffron Rice Blend With Turmeric, Carrots & Green Onion, Saffron. 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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