Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Green Organic Lentils
Au Gratin Potatoes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Green Organi... | Au Gratin Po... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 21.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 11.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 0.6g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
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Green Organic Lentils
Au Gratin Potatoes
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Green Organic Lentils
Serving size 35.0 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:
ORGANIC GREEN LENTILS.
Au Gratin Potatoes
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 19.0g 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:
DRIED POTATOES, ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), CORN STARCH, SALT, WHEY, ONION POWDER, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SOYBEAN OIL, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MALTODEXTRIN, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), SODIUM CITRATE, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, GARLIC POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, BUTTERMILK SOLIDS, WHITE PEPPER, SODIUM CASEINATE, CITRIC ACID, BUTTER OIL, COLOR ADDED (YELLOW 5 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE), PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), SODIUM BISULFITE (PRESERVATIVE).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Green Organic Lentils
Minerals
Au Gratin Potatoes
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Au Gratin Potatoes
Food Tags
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Green Organic Lentils Tags
Au Gratin Potatoes 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: Green Organic Lentils, Green has a BSI of 19.0 while Au Gratin Potatoes has a BSI of 41.2. Green Organic Lentils, Green has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Green Organic Lentils, Green 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.
Green Organic Lentils, Green contains 60.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Au Gratin Potatoes contains 78.6g per 100g. Green Organic Lentils, Green has 18.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Green Organic Lentils, Green provides 31.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Au Gratin Potatoes. Green Organic Lentils, Green provides 27.8g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the vegetable and lentil mixes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.