Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Beer Battered Cod
Beaver Street Fisheries Inc.Breaded Swai
Beaver Street Fisheries Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Beer Battere... | Breaded Swai |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 12.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 16.0g | 30.0g |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Beer Battered Cod vs Breaded Swai: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Breaded Swai has high impact (BSI 37.8) compared to Beer Battered Cod's moderate impact (BSI 21.3). Breaded Swai contains 9.0g more carbs per serving. Beer Battered Cod is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
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.
Beer Battered Cod
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Nutritional Labels
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Beer Battered Cod
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 11.0g 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:
COD FILLETS, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, AND CONTAINING MALTED BARLEY FLOUR), BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SPICE (INCLUDING CELERY, SOY FLOUR, WHOLE EGG, AND WHEY, BEER [WATER, BARLEY, MALT, HOPS, RICE, YEAST), CORN FLOUR, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, AND FOLIC ACID), NONFAT DRY MILK, SALT, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), GUAR GUM, WHOLE EGG, AND XANTHAN GUM.
Breaded Swai
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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:
SWAI, YELLOW CORN MEAL, WHEAT FLOUR, WHITE CORN FLOUR, SALT, SPICES, GARLIC POWDER, SOYBEAN OIL (AS A PROCESSING AID), ONION POWDER, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, SPICE EXTRACTIVE, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE (TO RETAIN MOISTURE)
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Beer Battered Cod
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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: Beer Battered Cod has a BSI of 21.3 while Breaded Swai has a BSI of 37.8. Beer Battered Cod has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Beer Battered Cod appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 21.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Beer Battered Cod contains 10.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Breaded Swai contains 18.6g per 100g. Beer Battered Cod has 8.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Beer Battered Cod provides 0.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.9g in Breaded Swai. 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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