Blood Sugar Impact of Macaroni & Cheese
This food has a low impact on blood sugar and is likely to provide stable energy.
Key Nutrients
Per 225.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 0.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0.9g |
| Protein | 10.0g |
| Fat | 12.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Macaroni & cheese contains 0.0g of carbs, 1.3g of sugar, and 0.4g of fiber per 225.0 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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Serving size 225.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
COOKED ENRICHED PASTA (WATER, ELBOW MACARONI [SEMOLINA (WHEAT), NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, BUTTER BLEND (MILK, BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], SOYBEAN OIL AND/OR CANOLA OIL, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES), PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEESE SPREAD (AMERICAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: MILKFAT, SALT, SODIUM-ALGINATE, LACTIC ACID, APOCARATENAL [COLOR]), CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO [COLOR]), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT, POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
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COOKED ENRICHED PASTA (WATER, ELBOW MACARONI [SEMOLINA (WHEAT), NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, BUTTER BLEND (MILK, BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], SOYBEAN OIL AND/OR CANOLA OIL, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES), PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEESE SPREAD (AMERICAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: MILKFAT, SALT, SODIUM-ALGINATE, LACTIC ACID, APOCARATENAL [COLOR]), CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO [COLOR]), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SALT, ANNATTO EXTRACT, POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Macaroni & Cheese is a food product in the pasta dinners category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 0.0.
Macaroni & Cheese has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 0.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Macaroni & Cheese contains 0.0g carbs, 1.3g sugars, 0.4g fiber, and 4.4g protein per 100g.
This food has a low blood sugar impact and is generally suitable for 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 into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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