Blood Sugar Impact of Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Original
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 70.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 51.0g |
| Sugars | 7.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Macaroni & cheese dinner, original contains 72.9g of carbs, 10.0g of sugar, and 2.9g of fiber per 70.0 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 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 42.0g 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 (WHEAT FLOUR, DURUM FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, FOOD STARCH MODIFIED, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6).
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ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WHEAT FLOUR, DURUM FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CHEESE SAUCE MIX (WHEY, WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, FOOD STARCH MODIFIED, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Original is a food product in the pasta dinners category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 95.2.
Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Original has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 95.2. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Original contains 72.9g carbs, 10.0g sugars, 2.9g fiber, and 12.9g 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 Macaroni & Cheese Dinner, Original into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
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