Blood Sugar Impact of Macaroni & Cheese Bites
Macaroni & Cheese Bites has a BSI score of 61.3, indicating substantial blood sugar impact. Contains 33.0g carbs, 2.0g sugar, 1.0g fiber, 8.0g protein per serving. Expected to cause significant blood sugar spike. Consider portion size and individual response when planning meals.
Key Nutrients
Per 90.0g servingMacaroni & cheese bites contains 33.0g of carbs, 2.0g of sugar, 8.0g of protein, 15.0g of fat, and 1.0g of fiber per 90.0g serving. These nutrients directly impact blood sugar levels and overall nutritional value.
| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Macaroni & cheese bites contains 36.7g of carbs, 2.2g of sugar, and 1.1g of fiber per 90.0 GRMg serving. This chart shows the estimated blood sugar curve based on these nutritional factors. This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only.
Medical Disclaimer: This blood sugar response estimate is intended for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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 90.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 30.0g 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:
MACARONI (WATER, ENRICHED SEMOLINA [DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WHEAT FLOUR, PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEDDAR CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, MILKFAT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, SALT, ARTIFICIAL COLOR), VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN AND/OR CANOLA), DEHYDRATED POTATOES (POTATOES, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE AND CITRIC ACID [TO PRESERVE NATURAL COLOR]), ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE (WATER, AGED CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO COLOR], SOYBEAN OIL, FOOD STARCH - MODIFIED, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, CELLULOSE GUM, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SPICE, YEAST EXTRACT, ANNATTO COLOR), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE SAUCE (WATER, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], SOYBEAN OIL, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, NONFAT DRY MILK, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM CITRATE, ACETIC ACID, MONOGLYCERIDES, NATURAL FLAVORS, BUTTER OIL, LACTIC ACID, MALTODEXTRIN, XANTHAN GUM, ANNATTO COLOR), ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF BUTTERMILK POWDER, CELLULOSE GUM, CHEESE POWDER (WHEY, BUTTERMILK SOLIDS, GRANULAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESE [CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SORBIC ACID (AS A PRESERVATIVE), ENZYMES], SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, LACTIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (DEHYDRATED BLEND OF CHEESE [SEMISOFT AND CHEDDAR CHEESES (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)], FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, WHEY, SALT, CELLULOSE GUM, BUTTER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SILICON DIOXIDE, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6), CITRIC ACID, DEXTROSE, DRIED ONION, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, ANNATTO, AND TURMERIC (COLOR), FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED, LACTIC ACID, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL CHEDDAR CHEESE FLAVOR (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, MALTODEXTRIN, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR], BUTTERMILK, WHEY, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], CULTURED WHEY, SALT, CREAM), NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SPICE, SUGAR, TURMERIC OLEORESIN (COLOR), WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, YEAST, YELLOW 5, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, YELLOW 6.
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CITRIC ACID
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Added Sugar
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DEXTROSE
SUGAR
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Animal Product
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
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COLOR*
YELLOW 5*
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OIL*
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Filler
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MALTODEXTRIN
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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WHEY
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High GI Carb
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DEXTROSE
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Natural
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
SALT
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CITRIC ACID
LACTIC ACID
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MALTODEXTRIN
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
WHEY
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Protein Isolate
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WHEY
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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
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PRESERVATIVE*
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Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
YELLOW 5*
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Macaroni & Cheese Bites is a food product in the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 61.3.
Macaroni & Cheese Bites has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 61.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Macaroni & Cheese Bites contains 36.7g carbs, 2.2g sugars, 1.1g fiber, and 8.9g 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 Macaroni & Cheese Bites into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Macaroni & Cheese Bites compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category for alternatives.