Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce
Mizkan America, Inc.Pizza Sauce
Fresh & EasyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Aged Parmesa... | Pizza Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 2.0g | 10.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 11.0g | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce
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Nutritional Labels
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Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce
Serving size 61.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
WATER, HEAVY CREAM, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SOYBEAN OIL, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, ENZYME MODIFIED EGG YOLK (EGG YOLK, SALT, ENZYME), ROMANO CHEESE MADE FROM COW'S MILK (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, AMERICAN SHERRY COOKING WINE (WINE, GRAPE ALCOHOL, SALT, POTASSIUM METABISULFITE [PRESERVATIVE]), WHEY, YEAST EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVORS
Pizza Sauce
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 6.0g 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:
TOMATO PUREE, DICED TOMATOES, PURE OLIVE OIL, SALT, OREGANO, MINCED GARLIC, PARSLEY.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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: Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce has a BSI of 3.9 while Pizza Sauce has a BSI of 15.8. Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce contains 3.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pizza Sauce contains 8.9g per 100g. Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce has 5.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Aged Parmesan Cheese Alfredo Sauce provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Pizza Sauce. Pizza Sauce provides 1.8g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
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 prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.