Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Ham Salad, Ham
Roche Bros Supermarkets Inc.Garden Pasta Salad, Garden
The Kroger Co.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Ham Salad, Ham | Garden Pasta... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 7.0g | 26.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 8.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 12.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g | 20.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Ham Salad, Ham vs Garden Pasta Salad, Garden: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Garden Pasta Salad, Garden has high impact (BSI 46.6) compared to Ham Salad, Ham's low impact (BSI 13.3). Garden Pasta Salad, Garden contains 19.0g more carbs per serving, Garden Pasta Salad, Garden provides 2.0g more fiber. Ham Salad, Ham 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.
Ham Salad, Ham
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Ham Salad, Ham
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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:
HAM (CURED WITH WATER, SALT, VINEGAR, DEXTROSE, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE), MAYONNAISE [SOYBEAN OIL, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, EGG YOLK, WHOLE EGG, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, SUGAR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA (FOR COLOR), CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA TO PROTECT FLAVOR], SWEET RELISH (CUCUMBERS, SUGAR, VINEGAR, SALT, SPICES, RED BELL PEPPERS, XANTHAN GUM), WATER, SUGAR, STONE GROUND MUSTARD (VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, HORSERADISH, SUGAR, WHITE WINE, SPICES), DEHYDRATED VINEGAR, ANTIMICROBIAL ADDITIVE [MALTODEXTRIN, CULTURED DEXTROSE, SODIUM DIACETATE, NISIN PREPARATION (SODIUM CHLORIDE, NISIN PREPARATION), EGG WHITE LYSOZYME], LACTIC ACID AND XANTHAN GUM.
Garden Pasta Salad, Garden
Serving size 141.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.0g 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 ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, SEMOLINA (WHEAT], NIACIN, OIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL), APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, PROVOLONE CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, OIL BLEND (CANOLA SALT, ENZYMES, POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT], NATAMYACIN [MOLD INHIBITOR]), RED BELL PEPPERS, CARROTS, SUGAR, GRATED PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, ENZYMES, SALT, CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT], NATAMYCIN (TO PROTECT FLAVOR]), SUN-DRIED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, SALT, SULFUR DIOXIDE (PRESERVATIVE], POTASSIUM SORBATE PRESERVATIVE), CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SPICES, SALT, LEMON JUICE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, POPPY SEED, DRIED GARLIC, DRIED ONION, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, GRANULATED ONION, DRIED RED AND GREEN PEPPERS, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL WITH LEMON OIL
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: Ham Salad, Ham has a BSI of 13.3 while Garden Pasta Salad, Garden has a BSI of 46.6. Ham Salad, Ham has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Ham Salad, Ham appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 13.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Ham Salad, Ham contains 6.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Garden Pasta Salad, Garden contains 18.4g per 100g. Ham Salad, Ham has 12.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Ham Salad, Ham provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.4g in Garden Pasta Salad, Garden. Garden Pasta Salad, Garden provides 1.4g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.