Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon
Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Brown Sugar ... | Spaghetti & ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 1.0g | 26.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.9g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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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.
Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon
Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce
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Nutritional Labels
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Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon
Serving size 14.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
CURED WITH WATER, BROWN SUGAR, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, NATURAL CARAMEL TYPE FLAVOR (NATURAL FLAVOR, CARAMEL COLOR), SODIUM ASCORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.
Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce
Serving size 160.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.1g 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 MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, SEMOLINA (WHEAT), NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, AND FOLIC ACID), WATER, ITALIAN STYLE MEATBALLS (BEEF, PORK, ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED SHEEP'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, EGGS, BREAD CRUMBS (ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR [NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], SALT, DURUM FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL SHORTENING, LEAVENING [SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE], DEXTROSE, YEAST, SPICE EXTRACTIVE), SALT, BROWN SUGAR, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, FLAVORINGS, CARAMEL COLOR, ONION POWDER, LEMON JUICE POWDER (CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, LEMON JUICE SOLIDS, NATURAL FLAVOR), DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE), TOMATO PASTE (TOMATOES, CITRIC ACID), ONIONS, CHIANTI WINE (WINE, SALT, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SPICES, CANOLA OIL AND EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL BLEND, GARLIC, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, BEEF AU JUS CONCENTRATE (BEEF STOCK, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORING, YEAST EXTRACT, BEEF FAT, CARAMEL COLOR, CORNSTARCH, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, ONION POWDER, SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), LACTIC ACID, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATE, POTATO STARCH, BEET POWDER, GARLIC POWDER AND CORN SYRUP SOLIDS), SUGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, PORK BASE (PORK MEAT INCLUDING NATURAL PORK JUICES, NATURAL SEA SALT, PORK FAT, NATURAL FLAVORING), BEEF FAT, SEA SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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: Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon, Brown Sugar has a BSI of 1.8 while Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce has a BSI of 47.3. Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon, Brown Sugar has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon, Brown Sugar appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon, Brown Sugar contains 7.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce contains 16.3g per 100g. Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon, Brown Sugar has 9.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon, Brown Sugar provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce. Spaghetti & Meat Balls In Chianti Sauce provides 1.2g 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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