Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Beef Meatballs
Damiano's Fine Foods LlcStir Fry Steamed Broccoli
Aldi Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Beef Meatballs | Stir Fry Ste... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 2.0g | 8.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Beef Meatballs
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Nutritional Labels
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Beef Meatballs
Serving size 57.0 GRMg
% 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:
BEEF, WATER, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SEASONING (DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SALT AND SPICE), ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED SHEEP'S MILK, SALT, RENNET), ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), EGG WHITES, BREADCRUMBS (UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, YEAST), PARSLEY, SOY LECITHIN
Stir Fry Steamed Broccoli
Serving size 84.0 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:
BROCCOLI, CARROTS, SUGAR SNAP PEAS, WATER CHESTNUTS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Beef Meatballs
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Food 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: Beef Meatballs has a BSI of 1.8 while Stir Fry Steamed Broccoli has a BSI of 9.9. Beef Meatballs has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Beef Meatballs appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Beef Meatballs contains 3.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Stir Fry Steamed Broccoli contains 9.5g per 100g. Beef Meatballs has 6.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Beef Meatballs provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Stir Fry Steamed Broccoli. Stir Fry Steamed Broccoli provides 1.8g 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 frozen dinners & entrees category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.