Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Balsamic Glaze, Fig
Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Balsamic Gla... | Butter Chick... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 9.0g | 15.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 10.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Balsamic Glaze, Fig
Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce
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Nutritional Labels
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Balsamic Glaze, Fig
Serving size 15.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* 3.0g 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:
BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA IN 60% (""ACETO BALSAMICO DI MODENA I.G.P."": WINE VINEGAR, CONCENTRATED GRAPE MUST, COLOUR: CARAMEL), GLUCOSE FRUCTOSE SYRUP, COOKED GRAPE MUST, SUGAR, FIG PUREE MIN 5%, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, XANTHAN GUM STABILIZER, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce
Serving size 93.8 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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 (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), TOMATOES, SUGAR, SPICES, GINGER, SUNFLOWER OIL, CREAM POWDER (MILK), YOGURT POWDER (NON FAT MILK SOLIDS, CULTURES), GARLIC, SALT, PAPRIKA & PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), CORN STARCH, DISTILLED VINEGAR, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORS (MILK), XANTHAN GUM, TURMERIC EXTRACT (COLOR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Balsamic Glaze, Fig
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Butter Chicken Simmer ...
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Balsamic Glaze, Fig
Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce
Food Tags
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Balsamic Glaze, Fig 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: Balsamic Glaze, Fig has a BSI of 18.0 while Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce, Butter Chicken has a BSI of 25.7. Balsamic Glaze, Fig has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Balsamic Glaze, Fig appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 18.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Balsamic Glaze, Fig contains 60.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce, Butter Chicken contains 16.0g per 100g. Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce, Butter Chicken has 44.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Balsamic Glaze, Fig provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.1g in Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce, Butter Chicken. Butter Chicken Simmer Sauce, Butter Chicken provides 2.1g 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 other cooking sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.