Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils
Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Long Grains ... | Mushroom Ins... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 45.0g | 6.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.9g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 6.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 14.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils
Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes
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Nutritional Labels
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Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils
Serving size 140.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 41.1g 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:
WATER, BROWN PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE, QUINOA, LENTILS, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CANOLA OIL, SEA SALT, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, SOY LECITHIN, SPICE, PARSLEY.
Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes
Serving size 55.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 4.0g 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:
DEHYDRATED POTATOES (POTATOES, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPAHATE), PALM OIL, SALT, MUSHROOMS, ONION POWDER, SPICES, CITRIC ACID
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils 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: Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils has a BSI of 83.2 while Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom has a BSI of 9.6. Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 9.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils contains 32.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom contains 10.9g per 100g. Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom has 21.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Long Grains Brown Rice With Quinoa & Lentils provides 2.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Mushroom Instant Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom. 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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