Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.Three Cheese Risotto
Fresh & EasyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Garlic & Bas... | Three Cheese... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 51.0g | 29.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 7.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 4.0g | 2.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil
Three Cheese Risotto
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Nutritional Labels
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Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil
Serving size 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 46.0g 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:
QUINOA, PRECOOKED PARBOILED LONG GRAIN BROWN RICE, MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), SUNFLOWER OIL POWDER (SUNFLOWER OIL, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, MALTODEXTRIN (FROM CORN), MIXED TOCOPHEROLS), SALT, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, SUGAR, BASIL*, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS, BLACK PEPPER.
Three Cheese Risotto
Serving size 43.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 23.0g 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:
ARBORIO RICE, PARMESAN, ROMANO AND CHEDDAR CHEESE (COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), NONFAT MILK, WHEY, SEA SALT, RICE STARCH, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, CORN STARCH, NATURAL FLAVOR, SUGAR, PARSLEY, SOYBEAN OIL, SPICES, SALT, LACTIC ACID, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SILICON DIOXIDE (TO PREVENT CAKING).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
Three Cheese Risotto
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil 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: Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil has a BSI of 91.3 while Three Cheese Risotto has a BSI of 54.3. Three Cheese Risotto has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Three Cheese Risotto appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 54.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil contains 72.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Three Cheese Risotto contains 67.4g per 100g. Three Cheese Risotto has 5.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil provides 5.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.3g in Three Cheese Risotto. Garlic & Basil Quinoa & Brown Rice, Garlic & Basil provides 3.4g 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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