Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks
Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Harvest Ched... | Potato Chips... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g | 16.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 7.0g | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks
Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue
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Nutritional Labels
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Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks
Serving size 28.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 14.0g 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:
WHOLE CORN, VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER AND/OR CANOLA OIL), WHOLE WHEAT, BROWN RICE FLOUR, WHOLE OAT FLOUR, SUGAR, MALTODEXTRIN (MADE FROM CORN), SALT, WHEY, NATURAL FLAVORS, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), ONION POWDER, BUTTERMILK, POTASSIUM SALT, ROMANO CHEESE (COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), YEAST EXTRACT, LACTOSE, PAPRIKA EXTRACTS, SODIUM CASEINATE, CITRIC ACID, SKIM MILK, GARLIC POWDER, LACTIC ACID, AND PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES).
Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER OIL, CORN, AND/OR CANOLA), SMOKEHOUSE STYLE BBQ SEASONING (SUGAR, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, PAPRIKA, TOMATO POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN [MADE FROM CORN], SPICES, ONION POWDER, SKIM MILK, BUTTERMILK, CREAM, BROWN SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, CARAMEL COLOR, SOYBEAN OIL, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, AND ROSEMARY [TO PROTECT FLAVOR]).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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: Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks, Harvest Cheddar has a BSI of 30.4 while Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue has a BSI of 28.0. Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 28.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks, Harvest Cheddar contains 64.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue contains 57.1g per 100g. Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue has 7.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks, Harvest Cheddar provides 7.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Potato Chips, Smokehouse Barbecue. Harvest Cheddar Whole Grain Snacks, Harvest Cheddar provides 3.5g 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 chips, pretzels & snacks category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.