Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Chicken Pad Thai
Mies Products IncFettuccini Alfredo With Chicken
American Outdoor Products, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Chicken Pad ... | Fettuccini A... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 52.0g | 36.0g |
| Sugars | 12.0g | 12.0g |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 19.0g | 18.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Chicken Pad Thai vs Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chicken Pad Thai has extremely high impact (BSI 95.6) compared to Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken's very high impact (BSI 65.1). Chicken Pad Thai contains 16.0g more carbs per serving, Chicken Pad Thai provides 1.1g more fiber. Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken 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.
Chicken Pad Thai
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Nutritional Labels
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Chicken Pad Thai
Serving size 285.0 GRMg
% 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:
CHICKEN PAD THAI SAUCE: WATER, SEASONED CHICKEN BREAST MEAT STRIPS WITH RIB MEAT (CHICKEN BREAST MEAT WITH RIB MEAT, WATER, SALT, POTATO STARCH, VINEGAR POWDER, RICE STARCH, DEXTROSE, NATURAL FLAVORS, SPICE), GREEN BELL PEPPERS, CARROTS, HEAVY CREAM (CREAM, MILK), PEANUT BUTTER (DRY ROASTED PEANUTS), SUGAR, LEMON JUICE (WATER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, LEMON OIL), 2% OR LESS OF ONIONS, TOMATO PASTE (TOMATOES), GINGER PUREE, SALT, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, NATURAL FLAVORS (CONTAINS COCONUT), YEAST EXTRACT, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, THAI CURRY POWDER (BLACK PEPPER, TURMERIC, MUSTARD, CUMIN, SPICES), TURMERIC, SPICES, SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), SESAME OIL (TOASTED SESAME SEED OIL), PARSLEY, NOODLES: DURUM WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, EGGS, DRY ROASTED PEANUTS
Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken
Serving size 106.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 22.0g 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:
PASTA (DURUM SEMOLINA (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN AND FOLIC ACID)), SAUCE (ROMANO CHEESE FROM COW'S MILK (CULTURED PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE), BUTTER SAUCE (MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SALT, WHEY SOLIDS, NON-FAT DRY MILK, DEHYDRATED BUTTER, NATURAL BUTTER FLAVOR, SUGAR, XANTHAN GUM, LACTIC ACID, TURMERIC AND ANNATTO), PARMESAN CHEESE (PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT), GARLIC, BLACK PEPPER), CHICKEN BREAST (COOKED, DICED AND FREEZE-DRIED), BELL 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: Chicken Pad Thai has a BSI of 95.6 while Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken has a BSI of 65.1. Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 65.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Chicken Pad Thai contains 18.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken contains 34.0g per 100g. Chicken Pad Thai has 15.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Chicken Pad Thai provides 1.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.9g in Fettuccini Alfredo With Chicken. 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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