Blood Sugar Impact of Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. The protein content may help moderate the blood sugar response.
Key Nutrients
Per 55.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 39.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g |
| Protein | 6.0g |
| Fat | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Kraft, macaroni & cheese dinner contains 70.9g of carbs, 10.9g of sugar, and 1.8g of fiber per 55.0 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 55.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.0g 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:
PASTA (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE (IRON), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID], WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE); CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, MALTODEXTRIN, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, GUAR GUM, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES); MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, SALT, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, APOCAROTENAL (COLOR).
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PASTA (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE (IRON), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID], WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE); CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, MALTODEXTRIN, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, PALM OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MILKFAT, SALT, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, GUAR GUM, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES); MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, ACETYLATED MONOGLYCERIDES, SALT, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, APOCAROTENAL (COLOR).
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner is a food product in the pasta dinners category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 73.7.
Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 73.7. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner contains 70.9g carbs, 10.9g sugars, 1.8g fiber, and 10.9g 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 Kraft, Macaroni & Cheese Dinner into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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