Blood Sugar Impact of Essentials Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Pasta With A Cheese Sauce Mix, Macaroni & Cheese
Essentials Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Pasta With A Cheese Sauce Mix, Macaroni & Cheese has a BSI score of 97.5, indicating very substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 52.0g carbs, 9.0g sugar, 2.0g fiber, 8.0g protein per serving. Likely to cause rapid, significant blood sugar elevation. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 70.0g servingEssentials macaroni & cheese dinner pasta with a cheese sauce mix, macaroni & cheese contains 52.0g of carbs, 9.0g of sugar, 8.0g of protein, 1.0g of fat, and 2.0g of fiber per 70.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Essentials macaroni & cheese dinner pasta with a cheese sauce mix, macaroni & cheese contains 74.3g of carbs, 12.9g of sugar, and 2.9g of fiber per 70.0 Gg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.
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Our Methodology: We calculate blood sugar impact using nutritional data including carbohydrates, sugars, fiber content, and food processing factors. This proprietary algorithm estimates timing and magnitude of blood sugar response based on established glycemic research.
Important: Individual responses vary significantly based on metabolism, medication, activity level, and overall health. This tool cannot replace professional medical advice, glucose monitoring, or consultation with your healthcare provider.
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Serving size 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 41.0g 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, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (DAIRY SOLIDS, SALT, CORN STARCH-MODIFIED, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: COLOR ADDED [ANNATTO EXTRACT, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, PAPRIKA EXTRACT], MALTODEXTRIN, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], SOYBEAN OIL, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM CASEINATE, SODIUM CITRATE).
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Acidifier
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CITRIC ACID
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❓
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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🐄
Animal Product
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CHEESE
MILK
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
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🫧
Fat
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OIL*
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⬜
Filler
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MALTODEXTRIN
STARCH*
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Flavor Additive
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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🌿
Natural
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CHEESE
MILK
SALT
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Preservative
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CITRIC ACID
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🏭
Processed
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MALTODEXTRIN
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Protein
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CHEESE
MILK
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Refined Carb
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MALTODEXTRIN
FLOUR*
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Refined Fat
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OIL*
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Seasoning
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SALT
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Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
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Essentials Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Pasta With A Cheese Sauce Mix, Macaroni & Cheese is a food product in the pasta dinners category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 97.5.
Essentials Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Pasta With A Cheese Sauce Mix, Macaroni & Cheese has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 97.5. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Essentials Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Pasta With A Cheese Sauce Mix, Macaroni & Cheese contains 74.3g carbs, 12.9g sugars, 2.9g fiber, and 11.4g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Essentials Macaroni & Cheese Dinner Pasta With A Cheese Sauce Mix, Macaroni & Cheese into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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