Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta
Meijer, Inc.Original Cole Slaw
Hannaford Bros. Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bowtie Basil... | Original Col... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 51.0g | 12.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 9.0g |
| Fiber | 6.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 14.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 25.0g | 14.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta vs Original Cole Slaw: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta has extremely high impact (BSI 87.2) compared to Original Cole Slaw's moderate impact (BSI 19.6). Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta contains 39.0g more carbs per serving, Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta provides 4.0g more fiber. Original Cole Slaw 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.
Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta
Original Cole Slaw
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Nutritional Labels
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Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta
Serving size 206.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 41.0g 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:
COOKED FARFALLE PASTA (WATER, ENRICHED FARFALLE PASTA [SEMOLINA {WHEAT}, DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULPHATE {IRON}, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], OIL DRESSING [CANOLA OIL AND EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, CULTURED SUGAR, SEA SALT]), SWEET BASIL DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, BASIL, PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK AND PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, POWDERED CELLULOSE ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING], CANOLA OIL, EGG YOLKS, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WHOLE EGG, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, SUGAR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVORS, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, POTASSIUM SORBATE [A PRESERVATIVE], XANTHAN GUM, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID), SPINACH, SUNDRIED TOMATOES (SUN DRIED TOMATO, SALT, VINEGAR), PARMESAN CHEESE (PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], POWDERED CELLULOSE [TO PREVENT CAKING]).
Original Cole Slaw
Serving size 105.0 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:
CABBAGE, MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, EGG YOLKS, VINEGAR, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SALT, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA TO PROTECT FLAVOR), SALAD DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, VINEGAR, EGG YOLKS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SUGAR, SALT, MUSTARD), SUGAR, CARROTS, RED ONION, SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, SALT, CITRIC ACID, DIJON MUSTARD (VINEGAR, WATER, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, WHITE WINE, CITRIC ACID, TARTARIC ACID, SPICES), GRANULATED GARLIC, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE TO PROTECT FLAVOR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, XANTHAN GUM, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, ASCORBIC ACID, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, SPICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Bowtie Basil Pasta Sal...
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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: Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta has a BSI of 87.2 while Original Cole Slaw has a BSI of 19.6. Original Cole Slaw has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Original Cole Slaw appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta contains 24.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Cole Slaw contains 11.4g per 100g. Original Cole Slaw has 13.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta provides 2.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.9g in Original Cole Slaw. Bowtie Basil Pasta Salad, Bowtie Basil Pasta provides 1.0g 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 deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.