Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Crab Salad
Great American Seafood Imports Co.Crunchy Chinese Salad
Buy Fresh Produce Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Crab Salad | Crunchy Chin... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 11.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 11.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 15.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Crab Salad vs Crunchy Chinese Salad: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Crunchy Chinese Salad has high impact (BSI 43.4) compared to Crab Salad's moderate impact (BSI 19.4). Crunchy Chinese Salad contains 12.0g more carbs per serving. Crab 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.
Crab Salad
Crunchy Chinese Salad
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Crab Salad
Serving size 100.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 6.0g 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:
IMITATION CRAB MEAT (ALASKAN POLLOCK, WATER, CORN STARCH, EGG WHITES, SORBITOL, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, SOYBEAN OIL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE, TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE, CARMINE, SOY LECITHIN, COLOR ADDED), CELERY, MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, CORN SWEETENERS, WHOLE EGGS, VINEGAR, WATER, SALT, SPICE, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [ADDED TO PROTECT THE FLAVOR]), ONION, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, WHITE VINEGAR, CITRIC ACID, SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SOYBEAN SALAD OIL (SOYBEAN OIL, RBD), XANTHAN GUM.
Crunchy Chinese Salad
Serving size 122.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 11.0g 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:
NAPA CABBAGE, DRESSING (SALAD DRESSING [SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, CORN SYRUP, VINEGAR, EGG YOLKS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SUGAR, SALT, SPICE, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA], CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, TARRAGON VINEGAR [WHITE WINE VINEGAR, WATER, NATURAL TARRAGON FLAVOR, SULFITES], SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, WATER, XANTHAN GUM POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE TO PROTECT FLAVOR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, GARLIC POWDER), NOODLES (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, RICE FLOUR, SALT, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH), RED CABBAGE, CARROTS, ONION.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Crab Salad
Vitamins
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Vitamins
Minerals
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: Crab Salad has a BSI of 19.4 while Crunchy Chinese Salad has a BSI of 43.4. Crab Salad has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Crab Salad appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Crab Salad contains 11.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Crunchy Chinese Salad contains 18.9g per 100g. Crab Salad has 7.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Crab Salad provides 1.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.8g in Crunchy Chinese Salad. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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 deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.