Blood Sugar Impact of Macaroni & Cheese, Classic
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The protein content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 71.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 71.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 45.0g 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:
ORGANIC PASTA (ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR), MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CHEDDAR CHEESE* (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, LACTIC ACID POWDER, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE.
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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ORGANIC PASTA (ORGANIC WHEAT FLOUR), MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), DAIRY PRODUCT SOLIDS, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CHEDDAR CHEESE* (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, LACTIC ACID POWDER, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Macaroni & Cheese, Classic is a food product in the pasta dinners category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 97.6.
Macaroni & Cheese, Classic has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 97.6. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Macaroni & Cheese, Classic contains 73.2g carbs, 7.0g sugars, 2.8g fiber, and 11.3g 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, Classic into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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