Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Harissa Red Chili Spread
American Roland Food LlcOriginal Barbecue Sauce
Fresh & EasyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Harissa Red ... | Original Bar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 3.0g | 18.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 16.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 7.0g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Harissa Red Chili Spread
Original Barbecue Sauce
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Nutritional Labels
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Harissa Red Chili Spread
Serving size 15.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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:
CANOLA OIL, WATER, DRIED RED PEPPER, GARLIC, SALT, DRIED HOT PEPPER, CUMIN, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SUGAR, POTASSIUM SORBATE.
Original Barbecue Sauce
Serving size 37.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 2.0g 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:
SUGAR, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, TOMATO PASTE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, MOLASSES, SALT, PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS 1% OR LESS OF: NATURAL FLAVOR, SPICE, CARAMEL COLOR, XANTHAN GUM, GARLIC POWDER, TAMARIND EXTRACT.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Harissa Red Chili Spread
Minerals
Original Barbecue Sauce
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Ingredient Analysis
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Harissa Red Chili Spread
Original Barbecue Sauce
Food Tags
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Harissa Red Chili Spread has a BSI of 3.7 while Original Barbecue Sauce has a BSI of 36.0. Harissa Red Chili Spread has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Harissa Red Chili Spread appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 3.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Harissa Red Chili Spread contains 20.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Barbecue Sauce contains 48.7g per 100g. Harissa Red Chili Spread has 28.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Harissa Red Chili Spread provides 6.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Original Barbecue Sauce. Harissa Red Chili Spread provides 6.7g 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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