Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cheese Flavored Snacks
Frito Lay CompanySouthwestern Mix, Southwestern
Eillien's Candies Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cheese Flavo... | Southwestern... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 15.0g | 13.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 10.0g | 12.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Cheese Flavored Snacks vs Southwestern Mix, Southwestern comparison: Cheese Flavored Snacks has a moderate blood sugar impact (BSI 26.1) while Southwestern Mix, Southwestern has moderate impact (BSI 20.1). Cheese Flavored Snacks contains 2.0g more carbs per serving, Southwestern Mix, Southwestern provides 1.0g more fiber. Consider Southwestern Mix, Southwestern for better blood sugar control.
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.
Cheese Flavored Snacks
Southwestern Mix, Southwestern
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Cheese Flavored Snacks
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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 CORN MEAL (CORN MEAL, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE OIL (CORN, CANOLA, AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), CHEESE SEASONING (WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], CANOLA OIL, MALTODEXTRIN [MADE FROM CORN], NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SALT, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL COLOR [YELLOW 6]), AND SALT.
Southwestern Mix, Southwestern
Serving size 32.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 10.0g 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:
SPICY PEANUTS (PEANUTS, SALT, SPICES, PAPRIKA, DEXTROSE, ONION, GARLIC, NATURAL FLAVOR [CONTAINS SOY LECITHIN], WITH NO GREATER THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE AND/OR PALM OIL WITH GREEN TEA AND ROSEMARY EXTRACT [ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING], PEANUT OIL), SESAME STICKS (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [UNBLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON (REDUCED IRON), THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], SOYBEAN OIL, SESAME SEEDS, HONEY COATING [SUCROSE, WHEAT STARCH, HONEY], BULGUR WHEAT, TACK BLEND [MALTODEXTRIN, XANTHAN GUM], SALT, BEET POWDER [COLOR], TURMERIC [COLOR]), CORN STICKS (YELLOW CORN MASA, SOYBEAN OIL, CAJUN SEASONING [MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, SPICES (ONION POWDER, TOMATO POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORING, GREEN PEPPER POWDER), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH]), CORN NUGGETS (CORN, HIGH OLEIC OIL [CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: CANOLA AND/OR SAFFLOWER OIL], SEA SALT), ALMONDS, COTTONSEED OIL, PEANUT OIL, SALT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Cheese Flavored Snacks
Minerals
Southwestern Mix, Sout...
Minerals
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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: Cheese Flavored Snacks has a BSI of 26.1 while Southwestern Mix, Southwestern has a BSI of 20.1. Southwestern Mix, Southwestern has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Southwestern Mix, Southwestern appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 20.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cheese Flavored Snacks contains 53.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Southwestern Mix, Southwestern contains 40.6g per 100g. Southwestern Mix, Southwestern has 13.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cheese Flavored Snacks provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 6.2g in Southwestern Mix, Southwestern. Southwestern Mix, Southwestern provides 2.6g 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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