Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Lowfat Cottage Cheese
Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Collection Shreds
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Lowfat Cotta... | Mozzarella S... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 4.0g | 8.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 14.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 2.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Lowfat Cottage Cheese
Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Collection Shreds
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Nutritional Labels
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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).
Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Collection Shreds
Serving size 30.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
FILTERED WATER, TAPIOCA STARCH, COCONUT OIL, EXPELLER PRESSED: CANOLA AND/OR SAFFLOWER OIL, VEGAN NATURAL FLAVORS, CHICKPEA PROTEIN, SALT, POTATO PROTEIN, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, LACTIC ACID (VEGAN), KONJAC GUM, XANTHAN GUM, YEAST EXTRACT, FRUIT AND/OR VEGETABLE JUICE COLOR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Lowfat Cottage Cheese
Vitamins
Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Lowfat Cottage Cheese 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: Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese has a BSI of 7.8 while Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Collection Shreds, Mozzarella Style has a BSI of 15.6. Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 7.8. 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 Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Collection Shreds, Mozzarella Style contains 26.7g per 100g. Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese has 23.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Fresh & Easy, Lowfat Cottage Cheese provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Mozzarella Style Cutting Board Collection Shreds, Mozzarella Style. 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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