Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Chicken Penne Arrabiata
Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Chicken Penn... | Organic 3 Be... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 24.0g | 19.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 7.0g |
| Protein | 11.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Chicken Penne Arrabiata
Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils
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Nutritional Labels
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Chicken Penne Arrabiata
Serving size 198.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 20.0g 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 ENRICHED PENNE RIGATE (DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), ARRABIATA SAUCE [DICED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID), WATER, ONIONS, CANOLA OIL, CORN STARCH, SUGAR, GARLIC PUREE, SALT, DRIED RED CHILE, RED JALAPENO PEPPER PUREE (RED JALAPENOS, WATER, CITRIC ACID), SPICE], FULLY COOKED WHITE MEAT CHICKEN STRIPS (WHITE MEAT CHICKEN, CHICKEN BROTH, LESS THAN 2% OF: MODIFIED POTATO STARCH, GARLIC POWDER, CANOLA OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CHICKEN FAT, NATURAL FLAVOR), ROASTED RED JALAPENO CHILES, PARSLEY.
Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils
Serving size 140.0 GRMg
% 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:
WATER, RED KIDNEY BEANS*, BLACK LENTILS*, TOMATO PASTE*, SUNFLOWER OIL*, CHICKPEAS (GARBANZO BEANS)*, BLACK-EYED BEANS, CHICKPEA FLOUR", DRIED ONION*, SALT, CHILI PEPPER*, DRIED GARLIC, CUMIN*, *ORGANIC
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Chicken Penne Arrabiata
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Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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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 Penne Arrabiata has a BSI of 45.4 while Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils has a BSI of 23.7. Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 23.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Chicken Penne Arrabiata contains 12.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils contains 13.6g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Chicken Penne Arrabiata provides 0.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.0g in Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils. Organic 3 Bean Mild Indian Madras Lentils provides 4.5g 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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