Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale
M.C.I. Foods, Inc.Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw
M.C.I. Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Chicken Sals... | Pollo Verde ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 22.0g | 40.7g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 0.6g |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 6.0g |
| Protein | 7.8g | 19.4g |
| Fat | 9.2g | 11.8g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale vs Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw has very high impact (BSI 67.3) compared to Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale's high impact (BSI 39.1). Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw contains 18.7g more carbs per serving, Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw provides 4.1g more fiber. Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale 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 Salsa Verde Tamale
Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw
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Nutritional Labels
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Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale
Serving size 113.4 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.1g 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:
INGREDIENTS: CORN MASA: CORN MASA FLOUR (WHITE CORN TREATED WITH HYDRATED LIME), CHICKEN STOCK (WATER, CHICKEN BASE [OVEN ROASTED CHICKEN WITH NATURAL JUICES, SALT, SUGAR, CORN STARCH, RENDERED CHICKEN FAT, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS, ONION POWDER, RICE FLOUR, MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), TURMERIC]), WATER, LARD (BHT AND CITRIC ACID TO IMPROVE STABILITY), BROWN RICE FLOUR (LONG GRAIN BROWN RICE, STABILIZED RICE BRAN), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: BAKING POWDER (SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE, CORN STARCH, CALCIUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, PAPRIKA (FOR FLAVOR), AND SALT. FILLING: COOKED CHICKEN LEG MEAT (CHICKEN LEG MEAT, WATER, SALT) AND SALSA VERDE (TOMATILLO, WATER, SPINACH, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, JALAPENO, SEA SALT, CILANTRO, SPICES, GARLIC, SUGAR).
Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw
Serving size 182.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 34.1g 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:
INGREDIENTS: FILLINGS: [CHICKEN AND FIRE ROASTED GREEN CHILE SALSA: CHICKEN USED IS ALL NATURAL* NO ANTIBIOTICS EVER** FULLY COOKED DICED CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT (BONELESS, SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WATER, POTATO STARCH, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, AND CITRUS EXTRACT), WATER, FIRE ROASTED DICED GREEN CHILES (GREEN CHILE PEPPERS, SALT, CITRIC ACID. MAY ALSO CONTAIN WATER AND CALCIUM CHLORIDE), LIGHT FIRE ROASTED GREEN CHILE PUREE (GREEN CHILE PEPPERS, CITRIC ACID. MAY ALSO CONTAIN WATER, SALT, AND CALCIUM CHLORIDE), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH (REFINED FROM CORN), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: JALAPENO PEPPERS (MAY CONTAIN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: WATER, SALT, CITRIC ACID, AND CALCIUM CHLORIDE), CRUSHED TOMATOES (TOMATOES AND SALT. MAY ALSO CONTAIN: TOMATO JUICE AND/OR PUREE, CITRIC ACID, WATER, AND CALCIUM CHLORIDE), WHITE VINEGAR, DICED ONION, SEA SALT, AND GARLIC POWDER. REFRIED BEANS: WATER, PINTO BEANS [PINTO BEANS, COOKED PINTO BEANS ([WATER, PINTO BEANS], AND SALT)], CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: DICED ONION, SOYBEAN OIL, SEA SALT, GARLIC, GARLIC POWDER AND CORN STARCH. PEPPER JACK CHEESE: MONTEREY JACK CHEESE WITH JALAPENO PEPPERS (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, JALAPENO PEPPERS, SALT, & ENZYMES)]. *NO ARTIFICIAL INGREDIENTS, MINIMALLY PROCESSED **MADE FROM CHICKEN RAISED WITHOUT ANTIBIOTICS. WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR TORTILLA: WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (MAY CONTAIN SOYBEAN OR COTTONSEED OILS), LEAVENING (CORN STARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, RICE FLOUR, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SALT, GUAR GUM, FUMARIC ACID, L-CYSTEINE.
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 Salsa Verde Tamale has a BSI of 39.1 while Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw has a BSI of 67.3. Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 39.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale contains 19.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw contains 22.4g per 100g. Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale has 3.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Chicken Salsa Verde Tamale provides 1.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.3g in Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw. Pollo Verde Burrito 36/6.50 Oz. Iw provides 1.6g 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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