Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Basil Hummus
Publix Super Markets, Inc.Hummus
Bon D' ElieComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Basil Hummus | Hummus |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 4.5g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Basil Hummus
Hummus
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Nutritional Labels
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Basil Hummus
Serving size 28.0 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:
CHICK PEAS (CHICK PEAS, WATER, SALT, DISODIUM EDTA [TO PRESERVE COLOR]), BASIL SEASONING (BASIL, CANOLA OIL, OLIVE OIL, ROMANO CHEESE [CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, CORN STARCH, POWDERED CELLULOSE], RICE WINE VINEGAR, GARLIC [GARLIC, WATER, PHOSPHORIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE {PRESERVATIVE}], CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% SALT, SPICES, CALCIUM PROPIONATE [PRESERVATIVE], LACTIC ACID), TAHINI (SESAME SEEDS), LEMON JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE (WATER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SODIUM BISULFITE AND SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVES], LEMON OIL), OLIVE OIL, MINCED GARLIC (GARLIC, WATER, PHOSPHORIC ACID), SEASONINGS (SALT, SPICES, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE [PRESERVATIVES]).
Hummus
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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:
GARBANZO BEANZ, IESAME TAHINI, GARLIC, , LEMON JUICE, SEA SALT
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Basil Hummus
Minerals
Hummus
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Basil Hummus
Hummus
Food Tags
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Basil Hummus 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: Basil Hummus has a BSI of 5.8 while Hummus has a BSI of 2.0. Hummus has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hummus appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 2.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Basil Hummus contains 14.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hummus contains 7.1g per 100g. Hummus has 7.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Basil Hummus provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Hummus. 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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