Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Barbecue Sauce, Hot
Original Barbecue Sauce
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Barbecue Sau... | Original Bar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 6.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 16.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
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.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot
Original Barbecue Sauce
Community Blood Sugar Responses
Real people share how these foods actually affected their blood sugar levels. Click to add your own experience.
Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot
Serving size 31.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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, TOMATO PASTE, SUGAR, HOT SAUCE (CAYENNE PEPPER, VINEGAR, SALT, XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC), WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (DISTILLED VINEGAR, MOLASSES, CORN SYRUP, WATER, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, GARLIC, POWDER, SUGAR, SPICES, TAMARIND, NATURAL FLAVOR), SALT, SPICES (INCLUDING CHILI PEPPERS), DEHYDRATED GARLIC AND ONION, TORULA YEAST, NATURAL FLAVORS, MOLASSES, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, DEHYDRATED BELL PEPPER, CARAMEL COLOR, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE).
Original Barbecue Sauce
Serving size 37.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
SUGAR, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, TOMATO PASTE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, MOLASSES, SALT, PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS 1% OR LESS OF: NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICE, CARAMEL COLOR, XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC POWDER, TAMARIND EXTRACT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot
Vitamins
Original Barbecue Sauce
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Ingredient Analysis
Compare ingredient counts and processing levels to understand what's in these foods.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot
Original Barbecue Sauce
Food Tags
These tags help categorize foods based on their ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
Medical Disclaimer: These are diet tags generated automatically. We do our best to make sure they're accurate, but please double-check important dietary information. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific dietary needs.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot Tags
Original Barbecue Sauce Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
About Our Food Data
All nutritional data comes from the USDA Food Database. Some branded products contain self-reported information that may not be perfectly accurate. Food details are inherently difficult to measure precisely, so we do our best to provide reliable information and use the data quality scores below to help you assess accuracy.
Report Data Issues for Barbecue Sauce, Hot
Notice something wrong with this food's data? Help us improve by reporting any inaccuracies.
Report Data Issues for Original Barbecue Sauce
Notice something wrong with this food's data? Help us improve by reporting any inaccuracies.
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: Barbecue Sauce, Hot has a BSI of 11.9 while Original Barbecue Sauce has a BSI of 36.0. Barbecue Sauce, Hot has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 11.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot contains 19.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Barbecue Sauce contains 48.7g per 100g. Barbecue Sauce, Hot has 29.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Barbecue Sauce, Hot provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Original Barbecue Sauce. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the ketchup, mustard, bbq & cheese sauce category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.