Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Gluten Free ... | Ronzoni, Sma... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 45.0g | 40.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 5.0g |
| Protein | 6.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 0.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli
Serving size 85.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 42.0g 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:
BROWN RICE FLOUR, WATER, POTATO STARCH, TAPIOCA STARCH, WHOLE EGGS, EGG WHITES, XANTHAN GUM, SALT, GLUCONO DELTA-LACTONE.
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini
Serving size 56.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 34.0g 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:
SEMOLINA (WHEAT), DURUM FLOUR (WHEAT), OAT FIBER, CALCIUM PHOSPHATE, NIACIN (VITAMIN B3), FERROUS SULFATE (IRON), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN D3.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Gluten Free Pasta, Fus...
Minerals
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, ...
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini
Food Tags
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Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli Tags
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini Tags
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: Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli has a BSI of 82.5 while Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini has a BSI of 68.4. Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 68.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli contains 52.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini contains 71.4g per 100g. Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli has 18.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Gluten Free Pasta, Fusilli provides 3.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 8.9g in Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini. Ronzoni, Smart Taste, Rotini provides 5.4g 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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