Blood Sugar Impact of Light & Lean Macaroni & Cheese, Cheese
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. Consider pairing with protein or fat to moderate the impact.
Key Nutrients
Per 227.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 46.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g |
| Protein | 18.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 39.0g 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 MACARONI (ORGANIC UNBLEACHED DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC WHOLE DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, FILTERED WATER), ORGANIC LOWFAT MILK, FILTERED WATER, REDUCED FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE* (PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), ORGANIC CORN STARCH, SEA SALT, MUSTARD POWDER, ORGANIC ANNATTO (COLOR), SPICES. CONTAINS WHEAT AND MILK.
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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ORGANIC MACARONI (ORGANIC UNBLEACHED DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, ORGANIC WHOLE DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, FILTERED WATER), ORGANIC LOWFAT MILK, FILTERED WATER, REDUCED FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE* (PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), ORGANIC CORN STARCH, SEA SALT, MUSTARD POWDER, ORGANIC ANNATTO (COLOR), SPICES. CONTAINS WHEAT AND MILK.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Light & Lean Macaroni & Cheese, Cheese is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 84.4.
Light & Lean Macaroni & Cheese, Cheese has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 84.4. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Light & Lean Macaroni & Cheese, Cheese contains 20.3g carbs, 1.8g sugars, 1.3g fiber, and 7.9g 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 Light & Lean Macaroni & Cheese, Cheese into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Light & Lean Macaroni & Cheese, Cheese compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the frozen dinners & entrees category for alternatives.