Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar
Mccain Foods, Inc.Stuffed Sticks
FurlaniComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mac & Cheese... | Stuffed Sticks |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 39.0g | 27.0g |
| Sugars | 7.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 17.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar vs Stuffed Sticks nutrition facts, blood sugar impact, and diabetic suitability. Make informed food choices with detailed carb, sugar, fiber, and protein analysis for better blood glucose management.
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Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar
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Nutritional Labels
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Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar
Serving size 170.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 30.0g 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:
COOKED SHELL PASTA WITH CHEESE SAUCE: WATER, ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, EGG WHITES, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, AND FOLIC ACID), PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEDDAR CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SALT, ENZYMES], SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SALT, APOCAROTENAL [COLOR]), CANOLA OIL, WHEY, NONFAT MILK, SALT, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, MODIFIED CELLULOSE, XANTHAN GUM, EXTRACTIVES OF ANNATTO (COLOR), TOPPING: PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEDDAR CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SALT, ENZYMES], SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SALT, APOCAROTENAL [COLOR]), APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON- SMOKE FLAVORING ADDED (BACON CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ASCORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE, SMOKE FLAVOR), CELLULOSE.
Stuffed Sticks
Serving size 65.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 23.0g 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:
BREAD: ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID ADDED AS A DOUGH CONDITIONER, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, YEAST, WHEAT GLUTEN, SUGAR, SALT, WHEY POWDER, MICROBIAL ENZYMES. MOZZARELLA CHEESE: PART SKIM MILK, BACTERIAL CULTURE, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, MICROBIAL ENZYME. SPREAD: WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, PALM OIL, WHEY POWDER, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, VEGETABLE MONOGLYCERIDE, NATURAL FLAVOR, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, BETA-CAROTENE (COLOR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar has a BSI of 71.1 while Stuffed Sticks has a BSI of 49.9. Stuffed Sticks has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Stuffed Sticks appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 49.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar contains 22.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Stuffed Sticks contains 41.5g per 100g. Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar has 18.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Mac & Cheese Bacon & Cheddar provides 1.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.5g in Stuffed Sticks. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.