Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime
Mild Chana Masala
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Long Grain &... | Mild Chana M... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 40.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 2.0g | 4.8g |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 18.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 4.5g | 13.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime
Mild Chana Masala
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Nutritional Labels
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Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime
Serving size 140.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 35.1g 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:
LONG GRAIN PARBOILED RICE; BLACK BEANS; CILANTRO; CANOLA OIL; SEASONING BLEND (SUGAR, SALT, CITRIC ACID, MALTODEXTRIN, MALIC ACID, GUAR GUM, ONION*, SPICE, NATURAL FLAVORS, LIME JUICE SOLIDS, GARLIC*, YEAST EXTRACT, XANTHAN GUM) ENRICHMENT (FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE, NIACINAMIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID).
Mild Chana Masala
Serving size 150.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 29.2g 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:
WATER, ONIONS* (21.08%), CHICK PEAS* (KABULI CHANA/BENGAL GRAM) (18.19%), TOMATOES* (12.75%), SUNFLOWER OIL*, GARLIC* (1.76%), SALT, GINGER*, CORIANDER SEEDS*, CUMIN POWDER*, CHILLIES* (0.38%), TURMERIC POWDER*, AJWAIN*, FENUGREEK*, RED CHILLI POWDER*, CARDAMOM*, CINNAMON*, BAY LEAVES*, CLOVES*, NUTMEG*.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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: Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime, Long Grain & Black Beans has a BSI of 73.2 while Mild Chana Masala, Mild has a BSI of 65.9. Mild Chana Masala, Mild has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mild Chana Masala, Mild appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 65.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime, Long Grain & Black Beans contains 28.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mild Chana Masala, Mild contains 34.7g per 100g. Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime, Long Grain & Black Beans has 6.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Long Grain & Black Beans Rice With Cilantro Lime, Long Grain & Black Beans provides 2.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 12.0g in Mild Chana Masala, Mild. Mild Chana Masala, Mild provides 9.9g 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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