Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Chicken Salad Wedge
Udi, The Sandwichman, Inc.Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad
Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Chicken Sala... | Egg Salad Cr... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 42.0g | 28.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 1.1g |
| Protein | 20.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 14.0g | 39.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Chicken Salad Wedge vs Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Chicken Salad Wedge has very high impact (BSI 73.3) compared to Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad's very high impact (BSI 51.3). Chicken Salad Wedge contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Chicken Salad Wedge provides 2.9g more fiber. Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad 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 Salad Wedge
Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad
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Nutritional Labels
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Chicken Salad Wedge
Serving size 174.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 34.0g 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:
BREAD (UNBLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, WHOLE SPELT FLOUR, SALT, YEAST) CHICKEN SALAD (CHICKEN, CELERY, ONION, SALT, BLACK PEPPER, MAYONNAISE [SOYBEAN OIL, WHOLE EGG AND EGG YOLKS, WATER, DISTILLED VINEGAR), / LETTUCE.
Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad
Serving size 177.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.9g 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:
EGG SALAD (HARD COOKED EGG, SAVORY MAYONNAISE BASE [MAYONNAISE {SOYBEAN OIL, EGGS AND EGG YOLKS, WATER, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SUGAR, SALT, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL FLAVORS}, SPICES], MUSTARD SAUCE [WATER, SUGAR, DISTILLED VINEGAR, YELLOW MUSTARD {DISTILLED VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEEDS, SALT, TURMERIC (COLOR), SPICE}, MUSTARD SEEDS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, BROWN MUSTARD SEED, DEHYDRATED RED BELL PEPPER, TURMERIC EXTRACT {COLOR}, PAPRIKA EXTRACT {COLOR}, NATURAL FLAVOR]), CROISSANT (ENRICHED FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, BUTTER [CREAM {MILK), LACTIC ACID], SUGAR, YEAST, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: EGG WHITES, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, SALT, EGGS, CALCIUM PROPIONATE [PRESERVATIVE], DOUGH CONDITIONERS [SODIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, ASCORBIC ACID, ENZYMES, L-CYSTEINE], NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SOY FLOUR), GREEN LEAF LETTUCE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Chicken Salad Wedge has a BSI of 73.3 while Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad has a BSI of 51.3. Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 51.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Chicken Salad Wedge contains 24.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad contains 15.8g per 100g. Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad has 8.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Chicken Salad Wedge provides 2.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.6g in Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich, Egg Salad. Chicken Salad Wedge provides 1.7g 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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