Blood Sugar Impact of Penne Alfredo
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The fat content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 204.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 28.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 10.0g |
| Fat | 30.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 204.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
BLANCHED ENRICHED PASTA (WATER, SEMOLINA, EGG WHITES, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CREAM, SKIM MILK, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CANOLA OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), 2% OR LESS OF MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, ASIAGO CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, ROMANO CHEESE MADE FROM COW'S MILK (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), ENZYME MODIFIED PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, WATER, SALT, ENZYMES), WHEY, LACTOSE, DATEM, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, SPICE, XANTHAN GUM, CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, ANNATTO COLOR, TURMERIC OLEORESIN COLOR, NATURAL FLAVORS.
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
BLANCHED ENRICHED PASTA (WATER, SEMOLINA, EGG WHITES, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CREAM, SKIM MILK, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CANOLA OIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), 2% OR LESS OF MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, ASIAGO CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, ROMANO CHEESE MADE FROM COW'S MILK (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), ENZYME MODIFIED PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, WATER, SALT, ENZYMES), WHEY, LACTOSE, DATEM, MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, SPICE, XANTHAN GUM, CORN STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, ANNATTO COLOR, TURMERIC OLEORESIN COLOR, NATURAL FLAVORS.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Penne Alfredo is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 52.3.
Penne Alfredo has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 52.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Penne Alfredo contains 13.7g carbs, 2.9g sugars, 0.5g fiber, and 4.9g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate-high blood sugar impact and should be consumed in moderation. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Penne Alfredo into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Penne Alfredo compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen dinners & entrees category for alternatives.