Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Homemade Flour Burrito
Rodriguez PastriesFlour Tortillas
Fiesta Mexican Foods IncComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Homemade Flo... | Flour Tortillas |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 35.0g | 19.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.5g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Homemade Flour Burrito vs Flour Tortillas: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Homemade Flour Burrito has very high impact (BSI 65.2) compared to Flour Tortillas's high impact (BSI 35.1). Homemade Flour Burrito contains 16.0g more carbs per serving. Flour Tortillas 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.
Homemade Flour Burrito
Flour Tortillas
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Homemade Flour Burrito
Serving size 72.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 33.5g 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 GRAIN WHEAT FLOUR, WHEAT FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, PALM SHORTENING, BAKING POWDER, SALT, CALCIUM PROPIONATE, DOUGH CONDITIONER (DISTILLED MONOGLYCERIDES, ENZYME BLEND [WHEAT STARCH, SODIUM CHLORIDE, ENZYME PREPARATION], CALCIUM CARBONATE).
Flour Tortillas
Serving size 38.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 18.0g 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:
BLEACHED ENRICHED FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SHORTENING (PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN AND COTTONSEED OILS. CITRIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE]) SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, CALCIUM PROPIONATE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORN STARCH, FUMARIC ACID, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM METABISULFITE (DOUGH CONDITIONER).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Homemade Flour Burrito
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Flour Tortillas
Minerals
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: Homemade Flour Burrito has a BSI of 65.2 while Flour Tortillas has a BSI of 35.1. Flour Tortillas has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Flour Tortillas appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Homemade Flour Burrito contains 48.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Flour Tortillas contains 50.0g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Homemade Flour Burrito provides 2.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.6g in Flour Tortillas. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
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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