Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni
Barilla G & R F.Lli S.P.A.Bbq Seasoned Chicken
Nutrisystem, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bacon Tomato... | Bbq Seasoned... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 58.0g | 11.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 7.0g |
| Fiber | 6.1g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni vs Bbq Seasoned Chicken: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Bbq Seasoned Chicken's moderate impact (BSI 17.3). Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni contains 47.0g more carbs per serving, Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni provides 4.1g more fiber. Bbq Seasoned Chicken is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni
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Nutritional Labels
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Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni
Serving size 255.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 45.9g 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:
COOKED MACARONI PASTA (WATER, MACARONI PASTA [SEMOLINA (WHEAT), DURUM FLOUR], OLIVE OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR), BACON FLAVORED TOMATO SAUCE (DICED TOMATOES [TOMATOES, CITRIC ACID], TOMATO PUREE [WATER, TOMATO PASTE], ONIONS, ROMANO CHEESE [ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), POWDERED CELLULOSE], COOKED BACON [CURED WITH: WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SMOKE FLAVORING, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE], SUGAR, GARLIC PUREE, TAPIOCA STARCH, OLIVE OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, SEASONINGS [MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, FLAVOR, SUNFLOWER OIL, YEAST EXTRACT, SMOKE FLAVOR], PARSLEY, BLACK PEPPER, CRUSHED RED PEPPER).
Bbq Seasoned Chicken
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% 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:
COOKED CHICKEN MEAT, WATER, TOMATO PASTE, GREEN BELL PEPPERS, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, HOISIN SAUCE (SUGAR, WATER, MISO [SOYBEANS, RICE, SALT], PLUM PUREE, BREWED SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT], GARLIC, CARAMEL COLOR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, FERMENTED WHEAT PROTEIN, VINEGAR, SALT, SPICES, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID), BROWN SUGAR, ONIONS, CANOLA OIL, TEXTURED SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF JALAPENO PEPPERS, WATER, SALT, CITRIC ACID AND CALCIUM CHLORIDE, BACON (CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE. MAY ALSO CONTAIN DEXTROSE, FLAVORING, HONEY, DEHYDRATED PORK BROTH, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, POTASSIUM LACTATE, SMOKE FLAVORING, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE), GARLIC POWDER, CHILI PEPPER, CUMIN, GARLIC, OREGANO, NATURAL HICKORY SMOKE CONCENTRATE, ONION POWDER, SEA SALT, MUSTARD FLOUR, YEAST EXTRACT, DEXTRIN, XANTHAN GUM, SPICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni has a BSI of 100.0 while Bbq Seasoned Chicken has a BSI of 17.3. Bbq Seasoned Chicken has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Bbq Seasoned Chicken appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 17.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni contains 22.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Bbq Seasoned Chicken contains 9.7g per 100g. Bbq Seasoned Chicken has 13.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bacon Tomato Sauce & Macaroni provides 2.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Bbq Seasoned Chicken. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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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