Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Crinkle Cut Potato
Straight Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Crinkle Cut ... | Straight Cut... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 23.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 7.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Crinkle Cut Potato
Straight Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Crinkle Cut Potato
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING OILS: CANOLA, SOYBEAN, COTTONSEED, SUNFLOWER, CORN). CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ANNATTO (COLOR), CARAMEL COLOR, DEXTROSE, SALT, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE ADDED TO MAINTAIN NATURAL COLOR.
Straight Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes
Serving size 85.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.0g 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: SWEET POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING OILS: CANOLA, SOYBEAN, COTTONSEED, SUNFLOWER, CORN), CORN STARCH - MODIFIED, POTATO STARCH - MODIFIED. CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF CORN FIBER, DEXTRIN, EXTRACTIVE OF PAPRIKA (COLOR), EXTRACTIVE OF TURMERIC (COLOR), LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), MOLASSES POWDER (REFINERS SYRUP, MOLASSES), PEA FIBER, RICE FLOUR, SALT, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE ADDED TO MAINTAIN COLOR, SUGAR, XANTHAN GUM.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Crinkle Cut Potato
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Crinkle Cut Potato Tags
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Data Quality
This section compares the data quality and source information for both foods.
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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: Crinkle Cut Potato has a BSI of 35.5 while Straight Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes has a BSI of 43.5. Crinkle Cut Potato has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Crinkle Cut Potato appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Crinkle Cut Potato contains 23.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Straight Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes contains 27.1g per 100g. Crinkle Cut Potato has 3.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Crinkle Cut Potato provides 2.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Straight Cut French Fried Sweet Potatoes. Crinkle Cut Potato provides 1.2g 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 french fries, potatoes & onion rings category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.