Blood Sugar Impact of Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Cheddar
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 326.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 79.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 2.9g |
| Protein | 26.0g |
| Fat | 31.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 326.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 72.1g 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:
PENNE PASTA (COOKED PENNE PASTA (SEMOLINA [WHEAT], ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT), CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE [WATER, CHEESE WHEY, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTERUIZED MILK CULTURES, SALT ENZYMES), LACTIC ACID, VINEGAR, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SKIM MILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, YEAST, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, SODIUM CITRATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, BUTTERFAT, CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORS, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), BETA APOCAROTENAL (COLOR)], SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES AND ANNATTO (COLOR), POTATO STARCH, POWDERED CELLULOSE (PREVENT CAKING)], KOSHER SALT (SALT, YELLOW PRUSSIATE OF SODA), GROUND MUSTARD, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER.
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Vitamins & Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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PENNE PASTA (COOKED PENNE PASTA (SEMOLINA [WHEAT], ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT), CHEDDAR CHEESE SAUCE [WATER, CHEESE WHEY, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTERUIZED MILK CULTURES, SALT ENZYMES), LACTIC ACID, VINEGAR, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, SKIM MILK, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, YEAST, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, SODIUM CITRATE, PHOSPHORIC ACID, BUTTERFAT, CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORS, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), BETA APOCAROTENAL (COLOR)], SHREDDED CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES AND ANNATTO (COLOR), POTATO STARCH, POWDERED CELLULOSE (PREVENT CAKING)], KOSHER SALT (SALT, YELLOW PRUSSIATE OF SODA), GROUND MUSTARD, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER.
Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Cheddar is a food product in the pasta dinners category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 100.0.
Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Cheddar has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 100.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Cheddar contains 24.2g carbs, 1.2g sugars, 0.9g fiber, and 8.0g 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 Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Cheddar into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Cheddar compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the pasta dinners category for alternatives.