Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash
Stonewall Kitchen Ltd.Rice Pilaf, Pilaf
Uncle Ben's Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Butternut Sq... | Rice Pilaf, ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 29.0g | 43.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash vs Rice Pilaf, Pilaf: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Rice Pilaf, Pilaf has extremely high impact (BSI 82.3) compared to Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash's very high impact (BSI 53.4). Rice Pilaf, Pilaf contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash provides 1.0g more fiber. Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash 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.
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash
Rice Pilaf, Pilaf
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash
Serving size 36.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 25.0g 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:
ARBORIO RICE, BUTTERNUT SQUASH PIECES, BUTTERNUT SQUASH FLAKES
Rice Pilaf, Pilaf
Serving size 57.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 42.0g 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 PARBOILED RICE [LONG GRAIN RICE, IRON (FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE), THIAMIN (THIAMINE MONONITRATE), FOLATE (FOLIC ACID)]; WHOLE GRAIN PARBOILED BROWN RICE; ENRICHED ORZO [DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, NATURAL FLAVOR, NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN (THIAMINE MONONITRATE), RIBOFLAVIN, FOLATE (FOLIC ACID)]; SEASONING BLEND (SALT, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, TURMERIC (COLOR)].
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: Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash has a BSI of 53.4 while Rice Pilaf, Pilaf has a BSI of 82.3. Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 53.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash contains 80.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Rice Pilaf, Pilaf contains 75.4g per 100g. Rice Pilaf, Pilaf has 5.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash provides 5.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Rice Pilaf, Pilaf. Butternut Squash Risotto, Butternut Squash provides 3.8g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the flavored rice dishes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.