Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan
Kraft Heinz Foods CompanyNine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables
Luvo, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Main Recipe ... | Nine Grain P... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 16.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 15.0g | 16.0g |
| Fat | 9.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan vs Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables has very high impact (BSI 51.2) compared to Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan's moderate impact (BSI 29.1). Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables contains 14.0g more carbs per serving, Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables provides 3.0g more fiber. Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan
Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables
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Nutritional Labels
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Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan
Serving size 140.0 GRMg
% 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:
FULLY COOKED BREADED CHICKEN BREAST CHUNKS WITH RIB MEAT (BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN BREAST WITH RIB MEAT, WATER, SEA SALT, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, BATTERED AND PREDUSTED WITH: WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, RICE FLOUR, WHEAT GLUTEN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, PARMESAN CHEESE [MILK, SALT, CULTURES, ENZYMES], DRIED EGG WHITES, SALT, ONION POWDER, BASIL, XANTHAN GUM, BREADED WITH: BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, DEXTROSE, SALT, PARMESAN CHEESE [MILK, SALT, CULTURES, ENZYMES], LESS THAN 2% OF CANOLA OIL, YEAST, SPICE, PARSLEY FLAKES, BASIL, OREGANO, BREADING SET IN SOYBEAN OIL) SAUCE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE, DICED TOMATOES IN JUICE [TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), ONIONS, CORN STARCH, ROASTED GARLIC PUREE, BASIL, SUGAR, BEEF STOCK, FLAVOR, CHEESE PASTE [PARMESAN AND CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, SALT], ROMANO CHEESE MADE FROM COW'S MILK [CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES], EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SALT, DRIED GARLIC, OREGANO, SPICES, BEEF FAT), PART-SKIM MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SKIM MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURE, ENZYMES), PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES)
Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables
Serving size 283.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.0g 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:
WATER, COOKED BEEF AND STARCH STRIPS (BEEF, WATER, CORN STARCH, SEA SALT), NINE GRAIN MIX (QUINOA, WHEAT BERRIES, BROWN BASMATI, FARRO (WHEAT) RYE BERRIES, SPELT, PEARLED BARLEY, BULGUR, BUCKWHEAT GROATS), BROCCOLI, KALE, RED BELL PEPPERS, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF CARAMEL COLOR, CHICKEN BROTH CONCENTRATE (CHICKEN STOCK, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SUGAR, YEAST EXTRACT, THIAMIN), DEHYDRATED ONION, DRIED CANE SYRUP, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, FERMENTED SOY SAUCE POWDER (SOY SAUCE (FERMENTED SOY BEANS, SALT, WHEAT) MALTODEXTRIN, SALT), GARLIC, GINGER, JALAPENO PEPPERS, TAMARI SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL), RICE STARCH, SEASONED WINE (WINE, SALT), SEASONING (NATURAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, YEAST), SEASONING (YEAST EXTRACT, SALT), SESAME OIL, SPICES, VINEGAR, XANTHAN GUM.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan has a BSI of 29.1 while Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables has a BSI of 51.2. Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 29.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan contains 11.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables contains 10.6g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Main Recipe No 8 Chicken Parmesan provides 0.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.4g in Nine Grain Pilaf With Sweet Chile Beef & Steamed Vegetables. 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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