Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bread
Cusano's Italian BakeryHamburger Buns
Flowers Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bread | Hamburger Buns |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 13.0g | 41.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bread vs Hamburger Buns: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Hamburger Buns has extremely high impact (BSI 78.3) compared to Bread's moderate impact (BSI 25.5). Hamburger Buns contains 28.0g more carbs per serving, Hamburger Buns provides 1.0g more fiber. Bread 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.
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Bread
Serving size 26.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, BARLEY MALT, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, CORN SYRUP, YEAST, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SOYBEAN OIL (NON-HYDROGENATED), SALT, DOUGH CONDITIONERS (MONOGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, ASCORBIC ACID, CALCIUM PEROXIDE, AZODICARBONAMIDE), WHEAT GLUTEN, CALCIUM PROPIONATE (TO RETAIN FRESHNESS), YEAST NUTRIENTS (CALCIUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), WHEAT STARCH, SOY LECITHIN.
Hamburger Buns
Serving size 71.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 34.0g 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:
UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, YEAST, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: WHEAT GLUTEN, SALT, VEGETABLE OIL (SOYBEAN OIL OR CANOLA OIL), DOUGH CONDITIONERS (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, CALCIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, MONOGLYCERIDES AND/OR DIGLYCERIDES, CALCIUM PEROXIDE, CALCIUM IODATE, DATEM, ETHOXYLATED MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, AZODICARBONAMIDE, ENZYMES), SOY FLOUR, CALCIUM SULFATE, AMMONIUM SULFATE, ASCORBIC ACID, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM CARBONATE, SORBIC ACID, SOY LECITHIN, CALCIUM PROPIONATE (TO RETARD SPOILAGE).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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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: Bread has a BSI of 25.5 while Hamburger Buns has a BSI of 78.3. Bread has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Bread appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 25.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bread contains 50.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hamburger Buns contains 57.8g per 100g. Bread has 7.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bread provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.4g in Hamburger Buns. Hamburger Buns provides 1.4g 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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