Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Half Shell Mussels
Pacific American Fish Co.,Inc.Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy
Rich Products CorporationComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Half Shell M... | Popcorn Shri... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 22.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 27.0g | 10.0g |
| Fat | 5.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Half Shell Mussels vs Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy has high impact (BSI 40.2) compared to Half Shell Mussels's moderate impact (BSI 15.1). Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy provides 1.0g more fiber. Half Shell Mussels 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.
Half Shell Mussels
Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy
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Nutritional Labels
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Half Shell Mussels
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
COOKED MUSSELS
Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy
Serving size 85.0 GRMg
% 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:
SHRIMP, BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, SOYBEAN OIL, ENRICHED BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON AS FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, YELLOW CORN FLOUR, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF EACH OF THE FOLLOWING: CITRIC ACID, DEXTROSE, DISODIUM INOSINATE AND DISODIUM GUANYLATE, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), GARLIC POWDER, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA), METHYLCELLULOSE, PAPRIKA OLEORESIN, SALT, SODIUM ALGINATE, SODIUM BISULFITE (AS A PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM TRIPOLYPHOSPHATE (TO RETAIN MOISTURE), SUGAR, WHEY POWDER, YEAST.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Half Shell Mussels
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Minerals
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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: Half Shell Mussels has a BSI of 15.1 while Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy has a BSI of 40.2. Half Shell Mussels has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Half Shell Mussels appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 15.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Half Shell Mussels contains 7.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy contains 25.9g per 100g. Half Shell Mussels has 18.8g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Half Shell Mussels provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.2g in Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy. Popcorn Shrimp Oven Crispy provides 1.2g 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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