Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lowfat Cottage Cheese
Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lowfat Cotta... | Fancy Shredd... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 1.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 14.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Lowfat Cottage Cheese
Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Lowfat Cottage Cheese
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
CULTURED PASTEURIZED GRADE A NONFAT MILK, MILK, CREAM, SALT, STABILIZER [GUAR GUM, XANTHAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN, LOCUST BEAN GUM], NATURAL FLAVOR, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, CARBON DIOXIDE (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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:
PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES AND ANNATTO [VEGETABLE COLOR], POTATO STARCH, CORN STARCH AND CALCIUM SULFATE ADDED TO PREVENT CAKING, NATAMYCIN (A NATURAL MOLD INHIBITOR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Lowfat Cottage Cheese Tags
Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese 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: Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese has a BSI of 7.8 while Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese has a BSI of 1.8. Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese contains 3.5g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese contains 3.6g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Fancy Shredded Colby Jack Cheese. 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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