Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit
Food Town Stores Inc.Taco Shells, Ranch
The Kroger Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Food Lion, T... | Taco Shells,... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 12.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 3.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit vs Taco Shells, Ranch: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit has very high impact (BSI 52.6) compared to Taco Shells, Ranch's moderate impact (BSI 19.0). Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit contains 18.0g more carbs per serving, Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit provides 1.0g more fiber. Taco Shells, Ranch 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.
Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit
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Nutritional Labels
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Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit
Serving size 73.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 25.0g 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:
TACO SHELL: CORN MASA FLOUR (CORN MASA, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN), WATER, VEGETABLE OIL (COTTONSEED, CORN, AND/OR SUNFLOWER), TACO SAUCE: TOMATO PUREE, WATER, TOMATOES, JALAPENO PEPPERS, SALT, VINEGAR, GARLIC POWDER, DEHYDRATED ONION, SUGAR, SPICES, ASCORBIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (AS PRESERVATIVES), EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, AND NATURAL FLAVORS. TACO SEASONING: DEHYDRATED ONION, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, CHILI PEPPER, SPICES, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, PAPRIKA, SUGAR, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN AND COTTONSEED OIL (PROCESSING AID), MALIC ACID, AUTOLYZED YEAST, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, DEXTROSE, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, AND NATURAL FLAVORS.
Taco Shells, Ranch
Serving size 22.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 9.0g 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:
CORN MASA FLOUR, CANOLA OIL, SPICE BLEND (BUTTERMILK SOLIDS, DEHYDRATED VEGETABLES [ONION, GARLIC, TOMATO, PARSLEY], SALT, DEXTROSE, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, WHEY, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, CHEDDAR CHEESE [{PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SLAT, ENZYMES}, WHEY, SALT, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID], LACTIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, MALIC ACID, SPICES, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA, EXTRACTIVES OF TURMERIC, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, SILICON DIOXIDE), TRACE OF LIME.
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: Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit has a BSI of 52.6 while Taco Shells, Ranch has a BSI of 19.0. Taco Shells, Ranch has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Taco Shells, Ranch appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit contains 41.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Taco Shells, Ranch contains 54.6g per 100g. Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit has 13.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Food Lion, Taco Dinner Kit provides 4.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 9.1g in Taco Shells, Ranch. Taco Shells, Ranch 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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