Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Beef & Bean Burrito
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Beef & Bean ... | Chili Lime C... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.0g | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 18.0g |
| Fat | 14.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Beef & Bean Burrito
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Beef & Bean Burrito
Serving size 113.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 29.9g 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:
WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), BEEF, BEANS, VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN, CANOLA, AND/OR CORN OIL), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR), SALT, ISOLATED PEA PRODUCT, CHILI PEPPER, SPICES, FLAVOR, SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), DOUGH CONDITIONERS (YEAST, WHEAT GLUTEN, SUGAR, GUAR GUM, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH).
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs
Serving size 84.0 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:
CHICKEN DARK MEAT, WATER, POTATO STARCH, PAPRIKA, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, BLACK PEPPER, CORIANDER, CHILI PEPPER, OREGANO, CUMIN, PARSLEY, OLIVE OIL, LIME OIL, XANTHAM GUM
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Beef & Bean Burrito
Vitamins
Minerals
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Beef & Bean Burrito
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs
Food Tags
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Beef & Bean Burrito Tags
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs Tags
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: Beef & Bean Burrito, Beef & Bean has a BSI of 57.8 while Chili Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Lime has a BSI of 3.8. Chili Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Lime has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chili Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Lime appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Beef & Bean Burrito, Beef & Bean contains 29.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chili Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Lime contains 3.6g per 100g. Chili Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Lime has 25.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Beef & Bean Burrito, Beef & Bean provides 2.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Chili Lime Chicken Thighs, Chili Lime. Beef & Bean Burrito, Beef & Bean provides 1.5g 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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