Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato
Good Tastes, Inc.Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella
Rich Products CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Empanadas, C... | Breaded Mozz... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 27.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 11.0g |
| Fat | 17.0g | 14.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato vs Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella comparison: Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato has a high blood sugar impact (BSI 48.0) while Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella has high impact (BSI 37.8). Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato contains 6.0g more carbs per serving, Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato provides 1.0g more fiber. Consider Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella for better blood sugar control.
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.
Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.0g 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:
WHEAT FLOUR, SWEET POTATOES, WHITE MEAT CHICKEN+ (CHICKEN WHITE MEAT, WATER, LESS THAN 2% RICE STARCH, SEA SALT), WATER, PALM OIL, ONION, SOYBEAN OIL, EGGS+, RED BELL PEPPER, SEA SALT, CILANTRO, CANE SUGAR, PAPRIKA, OLIVE OIL, CHOPPED GARLIC (GARLIC, WATER), CHIPOTLE ADOBO PUREE (WATER, ONION, DRIED CHIPOTLE PEPPER, TOMATO PASTE, CANOLA OIL, SUGAR, VINEGAR, SALT, GARLIC PUREE, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVORING, WHITE PEPPER, OREGANO, BAY LEAVES), SPICES, CORN STARCH, CHICKEN BASE+ (CHICKEN MEAT & JUICES, SALT, CANE SUGAR, MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL FLAVOR, DRIED ONION, POTATO STARCH, DRIED GARLIC, TURMERIC, SPICE EXTRACTIVES).
Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella
Serving size 76.0 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:
INGREDIENTS: LOW MOISTURE PART SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYME), WATER, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SOYBEAN OIL, WHEAT FLOUR, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: ANNATTO (COLOR), BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, DEXTROSE, DRIED PARSLEY, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA), METHYLCELLULOSE, NATURAL FLAVOR, NONFAT DRY MILK, PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), SALT, SODIUM ALGINATE, SPICE EXTRACTIVES, SPICES, SUGAR, WHEAT STARCH, WHEY POWDER, YEAST.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato has a BSI of 48.0 while Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella has a BSI of 37.8. Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 37.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato contains 23.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella contains 27.6g per 100g. Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato has 3.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Empanadas, Chipotle Chicken & Sweet Potato provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.3g in Breaded Mozzarella Sticks, Mozzarella. 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.
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