Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar
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Bellisio Foods IncComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | White Chedda... | Chili's, Nac... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 40.0g | 29.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 4.1g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 22.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 24.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar vs Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar has very high impact (BSI 74.1) compared to Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon's high impact (BSI 48.6). White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar contains 11.0g more carbs per serving, Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon provides 2.1g more fiber. Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon 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.
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar
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Nutritional Labels
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White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar
Serving size 150.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 33.0g 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:
PARTIALLY COOKED PASTA (DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, WATER), MILK, WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), BUTTER, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, CORN STARCH, BLACK PEPPER, NUTMEG.
Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon
Serving size 312.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.9g 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:
ROASTED RED POTATOES (WITH DEXTROSE), WATER, FIRE ROASTED RED AND GREEN BELL PEPPERS, HALF AND HALF (MILK, CREAM), MEXICAN-STYLE BEEF CRUMBLES (BEEF, CRUSHED TOMATOES [ TOMATOES, SALT, CITRIC ACID], GREEN CHILIES [ CONTAINS CITRIC ACID], SEASONING [ SALT, SPICES, PAPRIKA, DEHYDRATED ONION, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SPICE EXTRACTIVES], ONIONS, JALAPENO PEPPERS, SODIUM PHOSPHATE), NATURAL UNCURED BACON (PORK, WATER, SALT, TURBINADO SUGAR, SEASONING [ CULTURED CELERY JUICE POWDER, SEA SALT] NO NITRATE OR NITRITE ADDED EXCEPT FOR THOSE NATURALLY OCCURRING IN SEA SALT AND CELERY JUICE POWDER), PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEESE SPREAD (AMERICAN CHEESE [ PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MILKFAT, SALT, SODIUM-ALGINATE, LACTIC ACID, APOCAROTENAL [ COLOR]), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [ PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO [ COLOR]), LESS THAN 2% OF FULLY COOKED BACON (BACON [ CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE], SMOKE FLAVORING, STABILIZER (CORN STARCH, GUM ARABIC, XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, JALAPENO PEPPERS (WITH WATER, VINEGAR AND SALT), UNSALTED BUTTER (CREAM, NATURAL FLAVOR), SALT, SPICES, CHILI POWDER (CHILI POWDER, SPICES, SALT, GARLIC POWDER), XANTHAN GUM.
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: White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar has a BSI of 74.1 while Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon has a BSI of 48.6. Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 48.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar contains 26.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon contains 9.3g per 100g. Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon has 17.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, White Cheddar provides 1.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.3g in Chili's, Nacho Potatoes With Beef & Bacon. 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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