Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Cocktail Sauce
Mccormick & Company, Inc.Fresh Garden Salsa
Wal Mart Stores, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Cocktail Sauce | Fresh Garden... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 2.0g |
| Sugars | 16.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Cocktail Sauce
Fresh Garden Salsa
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Nutritional Labels
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Cocktail Sauce
Serving size 68.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
TOMATO PASTE, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, VINEGAR, WATER, LEMON JUICE, HORSERADISH, OLD BAY SEASONING (CELERY SALT [SALT, CELERY SEED], SPICES [INCLUDING MUSTARD, RED PEPPER AND BLACK PEPPER], AND PAPRIKA), SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, ONION, MOLASSES, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (AS PRESERVATIVE), XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC, AND CARAMEL COLOR.
Fresh Garden Salsa
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g 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:
INGREDIENTS: TOMATOES WITH SEASONING (TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, SUGAR, SALT, SEASONING [DEHYDRATED CELERY, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, JALAPENO PEPPER, VINEGAR, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), JALAPENO PEPPER, ONION, VINEGAR, CILANTRO, GREEN BELL PEPPER, HABANERO PEPPER, SALT, SUGAR, CUMIN, CITRIC ACID, GARLIC, LIME JUICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Cocktail Sauce
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Minerals
Fresh Garden Salsa
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Ingredient Analysis
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Cocktail Sauce
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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: Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail has a BSI of 35.9 while Fresh Garden Salsa has a BSI of 4.0. Fresh Garden Salsa has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Fresh Garden Salsa appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 4.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail contains 29.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Fresh Garden Salsa contains 7.1g per 100g. Fresh Garden Salsa has 22.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail provides 2.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Fresh Garden Salsa. Cocktail Sauce, Cocktail provides 2.9g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the dips & salsa category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.