Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle
Mizkan America, Inc.Garden Marinara, Mild
Katelyn's Honey, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Homestyle Pa... | Garden Marin... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 15.0g | 6.0g |
| Sugars | 8.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 0.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle vs Garden Marinara, Mild: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle has moderate impact (BSI 25.8) compared to Garden Marinara, Mild's low impact (BSI 7.9). Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle contains 9.0g more carbs per serving. Garden Marinara, Mild 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.
Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle
Garden Marinara, Mild
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle
Serving size 128.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.0g 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:
TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), DICED TOMATOES IN PUREE [DICED TOMATOES, TOMATO PUREE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE (FIRMING AID), CITRIC ACID], SUGAR, COOKED GROUND BEEF, SOYBEAN OIL, ONIONS, SALT, SPICES, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, GARLIC POWDER.
Garden Marinara, Mild
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
DICED TOMATOES, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, RED WINE, SPINACH, DEHYDRATED MINCED GARLIC, SOY OIL, SUGAR, CELERY, FENNEL, CARROTS, SQUASH, BROCCOLI, ZUCHINI, BELL PEPPER, GREEN BEANS, LIMA BEANS, SPICES, SALT, CITRIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
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Garden Marinara, Mild
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Food Tags
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Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle Tags
Garden Marinara, Mild Tags
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: Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle has a BSI of 25.8 while Garden Marinara, Mild has a BSI of 7.9. Garden Marinara, Mild has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Garden Marinara, Mild appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 7.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle contains 11.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Garden Marinara, Mild contains 5.3g per 100g. Garden Marinara, Mild has 6.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Homestyle Pasta Sauce, Homestyle provides 1.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Garden Marinara, Mild. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.