Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
La Preferida, Small White Beans
La Preferida IncLight Red Kidney Beans
La PreferidaComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | La Preferida... | Light Red Ki... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 20.0g | 21.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 7.0g | 7.0g |
| Protein | 7.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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La Preferida, Small White Beans
Light Red Kidney Beans
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Nutritional Labels
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La Preferida, Small White Beans
Serving size 130.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 12.0g 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:
WHITE BEANS, WATER, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE.
Light Red Kidney Beans
Serving size 130.0 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:
PREPARED LIGHT RED KIDNEY BEANS, WATER, SUGAR, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE AND DISODIUM EDTA (FOR COLOR RETENTION),
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Light Red Kidney Beans
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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: La Preferida, Small White Beans has a BSI of 25.6 while La Preferida, Light Red Kidney Beans has a BSI of 27.6. La Preferida, Small White Beans has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
La Preferida, Small White Beans appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 25.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
La Preferida, Small White Beans contains 15.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while La Preferida, Light Red Kidney Beans contains 16.2g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
La Preferida, Small White Beans provides 5.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 5.4g in La Preferida, Light Red Kidney Beans. 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 canned & bottled beans category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.