Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Beef & Short Rib Lasagna
Mahco IncPepperoni & Cheese Bites
Hormel Foods CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Beef & Short... | Pepperoni & ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 25.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 8.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 20.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Beef & Short Rib Lasagna vs Pepperoni & Cheese Bites comparison: Beef & Short Rib Lasagna has a high blood sugar impact (BSI 42.6) while Pepperoni & Cheese Bites has high impact (BSI 32.2). Beef & Short Rib Lasagna contains 7.0g more carbs per serving, Beef & Short Rib Lasagna provides 2.0g more fiber. Consider Pepperoni & Cheese Bites for better blood sugar control.
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.
Beef & Short Rib Lasagna
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Nutritional Labels
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Beef & Short Rib Lasagna
Serving size 200.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g 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:
MEAT SAUCE: BEEF, TOMATO PUREE (TOMATOES), WATER, TOMATO PASTE (TOMATOES), ONIONS, CARROTS, 2% OR LESS OF RED WINE, BEEF STOCK BASE (YEAST EXTRACT, BEEF STOCK, SALT, WATER, NATURAL FLAVOR, ORGANIC POTATO STARCH, LACTIC ACID, CARROT PUREE, ONION POWDER, CELERY JUICE CONCENTRATE), NATURAL FLAVORS, GARLIC, SALT, SPICES, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CHEESE SAUCE: RICOTTA CHEESE (WHEY, MILK, CREAM, VINEGAR), HEAVY CREAM (CREAM, MILK), MILK, MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), 2% OR LESS OF WHEY, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, GARLIC, SPICES, BLACK PEPPER, VEGETABLE FIBER AND STARCH (PEA, POTATO, CORN), CORN STARCH AND POTATO FIBER, TOMATO SAUCE: TOMATO PUREE (TOMATOES), WATER, ONIONS, 2% OR LESS OF GARLIC, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SPICES, BLACK PEPPER, PASTA: DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, EGGS, WATER, COOKED SEASONED SHREDDED BEEF SHORT RIB: BEEF, WATER, SALT, RICE STARCH, VINEGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM BICARBONATE, MOZZARELLA CHEESE: PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES
Pepperoni & Cheese Bites
Serving size 57.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
BREAD INGREDIENTS: ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, BREAD BASE (DEXTROSE, SOYBEAN OIL, SUGAR, SALT, CORN STARCH, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, WHEAT FLOUR AND 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, ASCORBIC ACID [VITAMIN C], ENZYMES), SEASONING (MALTODEXTRIN, SUGAR, SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES], GARLIC POWDER, TOMATO POWDER, ONION POWDER, SPICES, PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], NATURAL FLAVOR, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SUGAR, YEAST (CONTAINS SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE, ASCORBIC ACID), YEAST ENHANCER (CALCIUM SULFATE, WHEAT STARCH, WHEAT FLOUR AND 2% OR LESS OF ENZYMES, SALT), CALCIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), FUMARIC ACID, SORBIC ACID (PRESERVATIVE), HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS SOYBEAN, PALM, AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL), MONOGLYCERIDES. FILLING INGREDIENTS: PEPPERONI (PORK, BEEF, SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF WATER, DEXTROSE, SPICES, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, OLEORESIN OF PAPRIKA, GARLIC POWDER, SODIUM NITRITE, BHA, BHT, CITRIC ACID), PASTEURIZED PROCESS MOZZARELLA AND CHEDDAR CHEESE PRODUCT (LOW MOISTURE PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], PASTEURIZED CREAM, WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT, SORBIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE], POTATO STARCH AND POWDERED CELLULOSE [TO PREVENT CAKING], NATAMYCIN [A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR]), TOMATOES (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF DRIED VINEGAR, CELLULOSE GUM, SUGAR, SALT, FLAVORING, SPICES.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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 & Short Rib Lasagna has a BSI of 42.6 while Pepperoni & Cheese Bites has a BSI of 32.2. Pepperoni & Cheese Bites has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pepperoni & Cheese Bites appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 32.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Beef & Short Rib Lasagna contains 12.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pepperoni & Cheese Bites contains 31.6g per 100g. Beef & Short Rib Lasagna has 19.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Beef & Short Rib Lasagna provides 1.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Pepperoni & Cheese Bites. 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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