Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal
Chicken & Mashed Potatoes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Artichoke & ... | Chicken & Ma... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 9.9g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g | 22.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal
Chicken & Mashed Potatoes
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Nutritional Labels
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Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal
Serving size 225.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.1g 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:
QUINOA, ARTICHOKE, SUNFLOWER OIL, ONION, ROASTED PEPPER (RED & YELLOW), LEMON JUICE, SALT, PARSLEY, LACTIC ACID, GARLIC, CITRIC ACID AND BLACK PEPPER.
Chicken & Mashed Potatoes
Serving size 53.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 20.0g 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:
MASHED POTATOES WITH HERBS & CHIVES: POTATO FLAKES (POTATO, MONOGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID), HERB & CHIVE SEASONING (NONFAT DRY MILK, BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, NATURAL FLAVOR, PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES], DEHYDRATED CHICKEN, MALTODEXTRIN, WHEY, ONION, HYDROLYZED WHEAT & CORN PROTEIN, YEAST EXTRACT, CHIVE, SPICE, CHICKEN FAT, GARLIC, CHICKEN BROTH, CITRIC ACID, HERBS [ROSEMARY, THYME], ANNATTO & TURMERIC EXTRACT [FOR COLOR], SUNFLOWER OIL); FREEZE DRIED GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST: CHICKEN BREASTS WITH RIB MEAT, POTATO STARCH, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal Tags
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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: Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal, Artichoke & Roasted Pepper has a BSI of 51.5 while Chicken & Mashed Potatoes has a BSI of 38.0. Chicken & Mashed Potatoes has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chicken & Mashed Potatoes appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 38.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal, Artichoke & Roasted Pepper contains 16.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chicken & Mashed Potatoes contains 41.5g per 100g. Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal, Artichoke & Roasted Pepper has 25.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal, Artichoke & Roasted Pepper provides 4.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.9g in Chicken & Mashed Potatoes. Artichoke & Roasted Pepper Quinoa Quick Meal, Artichoke & Roasted Pepper provides 2.5g 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.
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