Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cheesy Potatoes
Kraft Heinz Foods CompanyTomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels
Camanchaca Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cheesy Potatoes | Tomato & Gar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 23.0g | 12.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 0.9g |
| Protein | 6.0g | 15.0g |
| Fat | 7.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Cheesy Potatoes vs Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Cheesy Potatoes has high impact (BSI 40.3) compared to Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels's moderate impact (BSI 22.0). Cheesy Potatoes contains 11.0g more carbs per serving, Cheesy Potatoes provides 1.1g more fiber. Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels 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.
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Nutritional Labels
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Cheesy Potatoes
Serving size 55.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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:
CHEESE SAUCE (WHEY, MILK, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, CANOLA OIL, MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, ENZYME MODIFIED CHEESE [MILK, WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MILKFAT, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES], LACTIC ACID, MILKFAT, SODIUM ALGINATE, SORBIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA [COLOR], ANNATTO EXTRACT [COLOR], ENZYMES, NATURAL FLAVOR, CHEESE CULTURE): POTATOES AND VEGETABLES* (POTATOES, ONIONS, GREEN BELL PEPPERS, RED BELL PEPPERS); SPICE BLEND (SALT, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, SPICE, DEXTROSE, NATURAL FLAVOR (CONTAINS CELERY SEED AND NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR), ONION*, MALTODEXTRIN, TORULA YEAST*, TOMATO*, GUM ARABIC, GARLIC*, SUNFLOWER OIL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SUGAR, SILICON DIOXIDE AS AN ANTICAKING AGENT, CITRIC ACID, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR).
Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels
Serving size 454.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.1g 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:
FARM RAISED MUSSELS (MYTILUS CHILENSIS), TOMATO PASTE (TOMATOES), SUGAR, BUTTER, SUNFLOWER OIL, DEHYDRATED TOMATOES, WHITE WINE (CONTAINS SULFITES), POWDERED CREAM, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, SPICES, NATURAL COLOR, GARLIC FLAVOR
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: Cheesy Potatoes has a BSI of 40.3 while Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels has a BSI of 22.0. Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 22.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cheesy Potatoes contains 41.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels contains 2.6g per 100g. Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels has 39.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cheesy Potatoes provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.2g in Tomato & Garlic Sauce Mussels. Cheesy Potatoes provides 3.4g 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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