Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Corned Beef Hash
Hormel Foods CorporationMexican Rice & Beans, Mexican
Eden Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Corned Beef ... | Mexican Rice... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 23.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 15.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Corned Beef Hash
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Nutritional Labels
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Corned Beef Hash
Serving size 213.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 20.1g 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:
BEEF, REHYDRATED POTATOES, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SALT, SUGAR, FLAVORING, SPICE, SODIUM NITRITE.
Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican
Serving size 130.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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, ORGANIC SHORT GRAIN BROWN RICE, ORGANIC BLACK BEANS, ORGANIC TOMATO PUREE, ORGANIC MINCED ONION, SEA SALT, ORGANIC MINCED GARLIC, ORGANIC CUMIN POWDER, ORGANIC CHILI FLAKES, ORGANIC BASIL FLAKES, ORGANIC PAPRIKA POWDER, ORGANIC BLACK PEPPER
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Corned Beef Hash
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Ingredient Analysis
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Corned Beef Hash
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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: Corned Beef Hash has a BSI of 41.0 while Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican has a BSI of 37.7. Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 37.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Corned Beef Hash contains 10.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican contains 16.9g per 100g. Corned Beef Hash has 6.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Corned Beef Hash provides 0.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.3g in Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican. Mexican Rice & Beans, Mexican provides 1.4g 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 chili & stew category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.