Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Buffalo Style Chicken Strips
Overhill Farms, Inc.Burrito Bowl
Conagra Brands, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Buffalo Styl... | Burrito Bowl |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 53.0g | 36.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 5.9g |
| Protein | 26.0g | 20.0g |
| Fat | 26.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Buffalo Style Chicken Strips vs Burrito Bowl: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Buffalo Style Chicken Strips has extremely high impact (BSI 99.7) compared to Burrito Bowl's very high impact (BSI 59.1). Buffalo Style Chicken Strips contains 17.0g more carbs per serving, Burrito Bowl provides 3.9g more fiber. Burrito Bowl 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.
Buffalo Style Chicken Strips
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Nutritional Labels
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Buffalo Style Chicken Strips
Serving size 397.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 49.0g 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 ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, DURUM SEMOLINA [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, BUFFALO STYLE CHICKEN BREAST STRIPS (CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WATER, VEGETABLE PROTEIN PRODUCT [ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN, MAGNESIUM OXIDE, ZINC OXIDE, NIACINAMIDE, FERROUS SULFATE, VITAMIN B12, COPPER GLUCONATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN], SEASONING [SALT, CANE SUGAR, DRIED ONION AND GARLIC, SPICES, HYDROLYZED CORN AND SOY PROTEIN, WHEAT FLOUR, SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL], SODIUM PHOSPHATE, BATTERED WITH: WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], MODIFIED CORN STARCH, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, SALT, RENDERED CHICKEN FAT, NONFAT DRY MILK, DEXTROSE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, XANTHAN GUM, TBHQ, CITRIC ACID, SPICE EXTRACTIVES, BREADED WITH: BLEACHED ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], SALT, DEXTROSE, SPICES, LEAVENING [SODIUM ALUMINUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE], RICE FLOUR, YEAST, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA. BREADING IS SET IN VEGETABLE OIL, GLAZED WITH: AGED CAYENNE RED PEPPER, VINEGAR, WATER, SALT, GARLIC POWDER), HALF AND HALF (MILK AND CREAM), PASTEURIZED PROCESS CHEESE SPREAD (AMERICAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, WHEY, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF MILKFAT, SALT, SODIUM-ALGINATE, LACTIC ACID, APOCAROTENAL [COLOR]), CHEDDAR CLUB CHEESE (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, SALT, ANNATTO [COLOR]), LESS THAN 2% OF CANOLA OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, ROMANO CHEESE BLEND (ROMANO CHEESE [CULTURED COW'S MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], NATURAL FLAVOR, CELLULOSE, SALT), CHEESE FLAVOR (CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], WATER, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, XANTHAN GUM), RICE WINE VINEGAR (WATER, RICE), SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, BLUE CHEESE POWDER (BLUE CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES]), DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, XANTHAN GUM, ANNATTO (COLOR), MUSTARD FLOUR, SPICE, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN.
Burrito Bowl
Serving size 269.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 24.1g 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:
VEGETABLES (CORN, GREEN BELL PEPPERS, COOKED BLACK BEANS [WATER, BLACK BEANS]). SAUCE (WATER, GUAJILLO PEPPER PUREE [WATER, DRIED GUAJILLO CHILE PEPPERS], TOMATO PASTE, ONIONS, CORN STARCH, GARLIC, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SUGAR, BUTTER [CREAM, SALT], CANOLA OIL, SALT, DISTILLED VINEGAR, ANCHO CHILE PEPPERS, GROUND CUMIN, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, OREGANO). COOKED BROWN RICE (WATER, BROWN RICE). SEASONED COOKED CHICKEN (CHICKEN BREAST, WATER, SUGAR, SEA SALT, OLIVE OIL, ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN, ISOLATED SOY PRODUCT, RICE STARCH, NATURAL FLAVORING). COTIJA CHEESE (CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Buffalo Style Chicken Strips has a BSI of 99.7 while Burrito Bowl has a BSI of 59.1. Burrito Bowl has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Burrito Bowl appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 59.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Buffalo Style Chicken Strips contains 13.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Burrito Bowl contains 13.4g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Buffalo Style Chicken Strips provides 0.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.2g in Burrito Bowl. Burrito Bowl provides 1.7g 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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