Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals
Wal Mart Stores, Inc.Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Kraft Heinz Foods CompanyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spirals Maca... | Kraft, Macar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 52.0g | 39.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals vs Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner's very high impact (BSI 73.7). Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals contains 13.0g more carbs per serving, Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner provides 1.0g more fiber. Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner 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.
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals
Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
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Nutritional Labels
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Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals
Serving size 70.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 46.0g 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, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (MALTODEXTRIN, DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS, WHEY, SALT, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CHEESE POWDER [CHEESE {MILK, SALT, CULTURES, ENZYMES}, DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS], DEHYDRATED CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], LACTIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, COLORS ADDED [ANNATTO EXTRACT, PAPRIKA EXTRACT], CITRIC ACID, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM CITRATE).
Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
Serving size 55.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
PASTA (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE (IRON), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID], WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE); CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, MALTODEXTRIN, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, GUAR GUM, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES); MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, SALT, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, APOCAROTENAL (COLOR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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: Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals has a BSI of 100.0 while Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has a BSI of 73.7. Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 73.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals contains 74.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contains 70.9g per 100g. Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has 3.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Spirals Macaroni & Cheese, Spirals provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner. Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner provides 1.8g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the pasta dinners category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.