Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Southwest Style Mac & Cheese
Nestle Usa Frozen Food DivisionPot Roast Vegetable Soup
Heinz Frozen Food CompanyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Southwest St... | Pot Roast Ve... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 50.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 7.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 5.1g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 27.0g | 13.0g |
| Fat | 24.0g | 3.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Southwest Style Mac & Cheese vs Pot Roast Vegetable Soup: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Southwest Style Mac & Cheese has extremely high impact (BSI 87.7) compared to Pot Roast Vegetable Soup's high impact (BSI 41.3). Southwest Style Mac & Cheese contains 27.0g more carbs per serving, Southwest Style Mac & Cheese provides 3.1g more fiber. Pot Roast Vegetable Soup 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.
Southwest Style Mac & Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
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Southwest Style Mac & Cheese
Serving size 396.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 37.9g 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:
COOKED PASTA (WATER, SEMOLINA WHEAT FLOUR, WHEAT GLUTEN), SKIM MILK, WATER, CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO COLOR), COOKED BEEF, TOMATOES, TOMATO PASTE, TOMATO JUICE, BLACK BEANS (WATER, BLACK BEANS, SALT), PINTO BEANS (PINTO BEANS, WATER, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, DISODIUM EDTA [TO PRESERVE COLOR]), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO COLOR), ONIONS, 2% OR LESS OF SOYBEAN OIL, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, MARGARINE (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, VEGETABLE MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED, VITAMIN D3), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, GARLIC PUREE, SALT, SPICES, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, PAPRIKA, XANTHAN GUM, YEAST EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, GARLIC, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM LACTATE
Pot Roast Vegetable Soup
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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:
WATER, COOKED SEASONED BEEF POT ROAST AND MODIFIED FOOD STARCH PRODUCT (BEEF, BEEF BROTH, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, DEXTROSE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CARAMELIZED SUGAR, SPICE EXTRACTIVES), POTATOES, CARROTS, TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), ONIONS, DICED TOMATOES IN JUICE (TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), PEAS, CELERY, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: BEEF BASE (COOKED BEEF AND CONCENTRATED BEEF STOCK, MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, SUGAR, CORN OIL, ONION POWDER, SPICE EXTRACTIVES, DRIED MILK WHEY, CARAMEL COLOR), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, GARLIC, SPICES, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL.
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: Southwest Style Mac & Cheese has a BSI of 87.7 while Pot Roast Vegetable Soup has a BSI of 41.3. Pot Roast Vegetable Soup has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pot Roast Vegetable Soup appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 41.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Southwest Style Mac & Cheese contains 12.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pot Roast Vegetable Soup contains 10.1g per 100g. Pot Roast Vegetable Soup has 2.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Southwest Style Mac & Cheese provides 1.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.9g in Pot Roast Vegetable Soup. 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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