Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Bulgur
Meijer, Inc.Dried Quinoa
Family Food Distributors, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Bulgur | Dried Quinoa |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 59.0g | 36.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 0g |
| Fiber | 7.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 11.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 3.9g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Bulgur vs Dried Quinoa: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Bulgur has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Dried Quinoa's very high impact (BSI 60.9). Bulgur contains 23.0g more carbs per serving, Bulgur provides 3.0g more fiber. Dried Quinoa 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.
Bulgur
Dried Quinoa
Community Blood Sugar Responses
Real people share how these foods actually affected their blood sugar levels. Click to add your own experience.
Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Bulgur
Serving size 88.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 51.0g 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:
PRECOOKED DURUM WHEAT (BULGUR).
Dried Quinoa
Serving size 45.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.0g 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:
DRIED QUINOA
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Bulgur
Minerals
Dried Quinoa
Vitamins
Minerals
Food Tags
These tags help categorize foods based on their ingredients and effects on blood sugar levels.
Medical Disclaimer: These are diet tags generated automatically. We do our best to make sure they're accurate, but please double-check important dietary information. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific dietary needs.
Bulgur Tags
Dried Quinoa Tags
Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
About Our Food Data
All nutritional data comes from the USDA Food Database. Some branded products contain self-reported information that may not be perfectly accurate. Food details are inherently difficult to measure precisely, so we do our best to provide reliable information and use the data quality scores below to help you assess accuracy.
Report Data Issues for Bulgur
Notice something wrong with this food's data? Help us improve by reporting any inaccuracies.
Report Data Issues for Dried Quinoa
Notice something wrong with this food's data? Help us improve by reporting any inaccuracies.
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: Bulgur has a BSI of 100.0 while Dried Quinoa has a BSI of 60.9. Dried Quinoa has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Dried Quinoa appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 60.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Bulgur contains 67.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Dried Quinoa contains 80.0g per 100g. Bulgur has 13.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Bulgur provides 8.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 8.9g in Dried Quinoa. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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 other grains & seeds category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.