Blood Sugar Impact of 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 198.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 26.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 7.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g |
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 198.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 22.0g 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:
ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, HALF AND HALF (MILK, CREAM), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO [COLOR]), MARGARINE (LIQUID AND HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SALT, LESS THAN 2% OF VEGETABLE MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, BHA & BHT ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE AND VITAMIN D3 ADDED), CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SALT, CANOLA OIL, CHEESE FLAVOR (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, XANTHAN GUM), VINEGAR, XANTHAN GUM, YEAST EXTRACT (WITH SALT), ANNATTO (COLOR), BLUE CHEESE FLAVOR (BLUE CHEESE [MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE), MUSTARD FLOUR.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
Minerals
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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Acidifier
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VINEGAR
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โ
Ambiguous
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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๐
Animal Product
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
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๐จ
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
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๐
Emulsifier
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GUM*
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๐ซง
Fat
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OIL*
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โฌ
Filler
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GUM*
STARCH*
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๐ก๏ธ
Flavor Additive
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NATURAL FLAVOR*
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๐ฟ
Natural
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CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
SALT
|
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๐งช
Preservative
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VINEGAR
|
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๐ช
Protein
|
CHEESE
CREAM
MILK
|
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๐ฅ
Refined Carb
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FLOUR*
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๐ฆ
Refined Fat
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OIL*
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๐ง
Seasoning
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SALT
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โ๏ธ
Synthetic Additive
|
COLOR*
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Food Tags
These tags help categorize Macaroni & Cheese based on its ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
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Diet Compatibility
Ingredient Tags
Data Details
Information about this food's data source, quality, and naming in the USDA database.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Macaroni & Cheese is a food product in the frozen dinners & entrees category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 47.3.
Macaroni & Cheese has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 47.3. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Macaroni & Cheese contains 13.1g carbs, 1.0g sugars, 1.0g fiber, and 3.5g 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 Macaroni & Cheese into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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