Blood Sugar Impact of Homestyle Macaroni & 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 220.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 31.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 1.1g |
| Protein | 18.0g |
| Fat | 21.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 220.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 25.9g 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 ENRICHED FUSILLI PASTA (WATER, SEMOLINA [WHEAT], NIACIN, IRON [FERROUS SULFATE], THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), MILK, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (CULTURE MILK, SALT, ENZYME), CHEDDAR CHEESE (CULTURE MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO), WATER, RICE STARCH, NATURAL FLAVORS (MILK), SUGAR, NATURAL FLAVOR (MALTODEXTRIN), SALT, JALAPENO PEPPER, RED PEPPER, SPICE.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
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Fat
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OIL*
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Natural
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CHEESE
CREAM
EGG
MILK
SALT
SEA SALT
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 58.0.
Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 58.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese contains 14.1g carbs, 1.8g sugars, 0.5g fiber, and 8.2g protein per 100g.
This food has a moderate-high blood sugar impact and should be consumed in moderation. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Homestyle Macaroni & Cheese into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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