Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry
Glencourt Inc.Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice
American Halal Company, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cashew Chick... | Chicken Saag... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 13.0g | 42.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 3.1g |
| Protein | 22.0g | 17.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry vs Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice has extremely high impact (BSI 76.4) compared to Cashew Chicken Stir Fry's moderate impact (BSI 19.5). Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice contains 29.0g more carbs per serving. Cashew Chicken Stir Fry 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.
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry
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Nutritional Labels
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Cashew Chicken Stir Fry
Serving size 230.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 7.0g 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 WHITE MEAT CHICKEN (WHITE MEAT CHICKEN, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARRAGEENAN, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SALT, TOMATO PASTE, SPICES, ONION POWDER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [BLEACHED FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], NONFAT DRY MILK), WATER, KALE, MUSHROOMS, SUGAR SNAP PEAS, RED BELL PEPPER, CASHEW NUTS (CASHEWS, CANOLA OIL), SOY SAUCE (WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR, LACTIC ACID), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, OYSTER FLAVORED SAUCE (WATER, SUGAR, SALT, OYSTER EXTRACTIVES [OYSTER, WATER, SALT], MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CARAMEL COLOR), SALT, CHICKEN BROTH CONCENTRATE (CHICKEN BROTH, CHICKEN FLAVOR, VEGETABLES [CARROT, ONION, CELERY], SEA SALT, FLAVORING, POTATO FLOUR, ONION POWDER), XANTHAN GUM, SESAME SEED OIL, WOK FLAVOR (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, SESAME OIL, CANOLA OIL, RICE SALAD OIL, NATURAL FLAVOR [CONTAINS MILK]), GARLIC, GINGER, SPICES.
Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice
Serving size 283.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 36.9g 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:
SPINACH, WATER, DICED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, TOMATO PUREE), ONION, CREAM, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, TOMATO PASTE, AND 2% OR LESS OF: GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, WATER), GINGER, SPICES, SEA SALT, NATIVE CORN STARCH, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, PAPRIKA, XANTHAN GUM, CAYENNE PEPPER, TURMERIC, BASMATI RICE: BASMATI RICE, WATER, EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, GINGER, SPICES, GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, WATER). CHICKEN: BONELESS DARK MEAT CHICKEN, NONFAT PLAIN YOGURT (CULTURED NONFAT MILK, PECTIN), WATER, NATIVE RICE STARCH, GINGER, SEA SALT, GARLIC PUREE (GARLIC, WATER), SPICES, CAYENNE PEPPER.
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: Cashew Chicken Stir Fry has a BSI of 19.5 while Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice has a BSI of 76.4. Cashew Chicken Stir Fry has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry contains 5.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice contains 14.8g per 100g. Cashew Chicken Stir Fry has 9.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry provides 1.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.1g in Chicken Saag With Basmati Rice. 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.
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