Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Fettuccine Alfredo
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Hormel Foods CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Fettuccine A... | Hormel, Comp... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g | 24.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 1.9g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 3.5g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Fettuccine Alfredo vs Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Fettuccine Alfredo has very high impact (BSI 59.2) compared to Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef's high impact (BSI 43.8). Fettuccine Alfredo contains 10.0g more carbs per serving, Fettuccine Alfredo provides 1.1g more fiber. Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef 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.
Fettuccine Alfredo
Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef
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Nutritional Labels
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Fettuccine Alfredo
Serving size 51.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 28.0g 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:
ENRICHED PASTA (DURUM SEMOLINA, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, SALT, CULTURES AND ENZYMES), MODIFIED POTATO STARCH, INULIN, ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT AND ENZYMES), WHEY, MALTODEXTRIN, ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF DEHYDRATED VEGETABLES (CARROTS, MUSHROOMS, RED BELL PEPPER, GREEN BELL PEPPER), SALT, BUTTERMILK, CREAM CHEESE (CREAM, NONFAT DAIRY MILK AND CHEESE CULTURE), BLUE AND CHEDDAR CHEESES (MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT AND ENZYMES), DISODIUM PHOSPHATES, GUAR GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, LACTIC ACID, SUGAR, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (FOR COLOR), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, YEAST EXTRACT, GARLIC POWDER, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM CITRATE, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, SPICE.
Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef
Serving size 213.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.1g 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:
WATER, REHYDRATED POTATOES, BEEF, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF BUTTER (CREAM [MILK], SALT), PASTEURIZED PROCESS AMERICAN CHEESE (AMERICAN CHEESE [MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES], WATER, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CREAM, SALT, LACTIC ACID), MILK PROTEIN CONCENTRATE (NONFAT MILK, MILK PROTEIN), TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY FLOUR, CARAMEL COLOR), SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, FLAVORING, SPICES, ERYTHORBIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Fettuccine Alfredo
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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: Fettuccine Alfredo has a BSI of 59.2 while Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef has a BSI of 43.8. Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 43.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Fettuccine Alfredo contains 66.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef contains 11.3g per 100g. Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef has 55.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Fettuccine Alfredo provides 5.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.9g in Hormel, Compleats, Cheesy Potatoes & Beef. Fettuccine Alfredo provides 5.0g 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.
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