Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bread
Pan O Gold Baking Co.Hamburger Buns
Coblentz Distributing, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bread | Hamburger Buns |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bread vs Hamburger Buns comparison: Hamburger Buns has a high blood sugar impact (BSI 40.9) while Bread has high impact (BSI 31.3). Hamburger Buns contains 2.0g more carbs per serving, Bread provides 3.0g more fiber. Consider Bread 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.
Bread
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Community Blood Sugar Responses
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Bread
Serving size 46.0 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:
ENRICHED UNBLEACHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, OAT FIBER, WHEAT GLUTEN, YEAST, SUGAR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, HONEY, SOYBEAN OIL, DOUGH CONDITIONERS (MONOGLYCERIDES, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, ASCORBIC ACID, CALCIUM SULFATE, ENZYMES), VINEGAR, SESAME SEED, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CALCIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE).
Hamburger Buns
Serving size 44.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE RIBOFLAVIN FOLIC ACID), WATER, YEAST, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF ASCORBIC ACID, CALCIUM SULFATE, MONOAND DIGLYCERIDES, ETHOXYLATED MONO-AND DIGLYCERIDES, POLYSORBATE 60, PROPIONIC ACID, CALCIUM PROPIONATE AND SODIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVES), PHOSPHORIC ACID, SALT, SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, WHEAT FLOUR ENZYMES, WHEAT GLUTEN.
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
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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 31.3 while Hamburger Buns has a BSI of 40.9. 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 31.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bread contains 43.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hamburger Buns contains 50.0g per 100g. Bread has 6.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bread provides 8.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.3g in Hamburger Buns. Bread provides 6.4g 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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