Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional
The Kroger Co.Tofu & Salad Bowl
Advanced Fresh Concepts Corp.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Traditional ... | Tofu & Salad... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.0g | 128.0g |
| Sugars | 10.0g | 30.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 6.1g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g | 26.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional vs Tofu & Salad Bowl: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Tofu & Salad Bowl has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional's very high impact (BSI 60.3). Tofu & Salad Bowl contains 95.0g more carbs per serving, Tofu & Salad Bowl provides 4.1g more fiber. Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional 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.
Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional
Tofu & Salad Bowl
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Nutritional Labels
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Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional
Serving size 140.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 21.0g 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:
COOKED ENRICHED MACARONI (WATER, SEMOLINA WHEAT [WHEAT, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), SALAD DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SUGAR, VINEGAR, EGG YOLKS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, MUSTARD FLOUR, PAPRIKA, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [TO PROTECT FLAVOR]), WATER, SUGAR, CARROTS. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: BELL PEPPERS (BELL PEPPERS, WATER, CITRIC ACID), CELERY, PICKLE RELISH (CUCUMBERS, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, VINEGAR, SALT, XANTHAN GUM, ALUM, NATURAL FLAVORS, POLYSORBATE 80, TURMERIC), ONIONS, SALT, WHITE PEPPER, XANTHAN GUM, SOYBEAN OIL, MUSTARD FLOUR, CELERY SEED, SODIUM ASCORBATE, ASCORBIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVES).
Tofu & Salad Bowl
Serving size 507.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 91.9g 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:
STEAMED WHITE RICE (WHITE RICE, WATER), FRIED TOFU [SOY MILK (FILTERED WATER, SOYBEANS), DEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, GLUCOSE SUGAR, VEGETABLE OIL, TOFU COAGULANT (MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, CALCIUM SULFATE), WATER], GREEN LEAF LETTUCE, CHINESE SESAME DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, SUGAR, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, SESAME OIL, SALT, GRANULATED ONION & GARLIC, SPICES), TERIYAKI SAUCE (SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, CITRIC ACID], SUGAR, WATER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALTED MIRIN WATER, DEXTROSE, RICE, CORN SYRUP, SALT), DISTILLED VINEGAR, CARAMEL COLOR, SALT, ONION POWDER, CONCENTRATED ONION JUICE, XANTHAN GUM), CARROT (MARINATED) (CARROT, WATER, SUGAR, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, ACETIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, FRUCTOSE, MALIC ACID, GINGER, POTASSIUM SORBATE AS A PRESERVATIVE), CRISPY FRIED ONION (ONION, PALM OIL, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT), SWEET & SPICY DIPPING SAUCE [SUGAR, WATER, SESAME PASTE, SRIRACHA CHILE SAUCE (RED CHILE PEPPERS, VINEGAR SUGAR, GARLIC, SALT AND NATURAL FLAVOR), RICE VINEGAR, DEXTROSE, SALT, SESAME OIL, CANOLA OIL, SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS AND SALT), XANTHAN GUM]
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: Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional has a BSI of 60.3 while Tofu & Salad Bowl has a BSI of 100.0. Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 60.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional contains 23.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Tofu & Salad Bowl contains 25.3g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Traditional Macaroni Salad, Traditional provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Tofu & Salad Bowl. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.