Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mashed Instant Potatoes
Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mashed Insta... | Red Beans & ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g | 39.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 5.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Mashed Instant Potatoes
Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings
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Nutritional Labels
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Mashed Instant Potatoes
Serving size 22.0 GMg
% Daily Value*
* 17.0g 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 (POTATO FLAKES, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE [PRESERVATIVE], SODIUM BISULFITE [PRESERVATIVE], CITRIC ACID [PRESERVATIVE]).
Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings
Serving size 147.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 32.0g 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, LONG GRAIN PARBOILED RICE, RED BEANS, LESS THAN 2% OF: CANOLA OIL, SALT, ONION*, YEAST EXTRACT, RED BELL PEPPER*, SUGAR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, GARLIC*, MALTODEXTRIN, PARSLEY*, CHILI PEPPER, TORULA YEAST, SPICES, PAPRIKA (COLOR), XANTHAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVORS, DEXTROSE, YEAST*, CITRIC ACID, ENRICHMENT (CALCIUM CARBONATE, IRON PHOSPHATE, NIACINAMIDE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID), *DRIED
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: Mashed Instant Potatoes, Mashed has a BSI of 33.4 while Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings, Red has a BSI of 67.2. Mashed Instant Potatoes, Mashed has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mashed Instant Potatoes, Mashed appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 33.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Mashed Instant Potatoes, Mashed contains 81.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings, Red contains 26.5g per 100g. Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings, Red has 55.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Mashed Instant Potatoes, Mashed provides 4.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.4g in Red Beans & Rice With Blend Of Smokey Savory Seasonings, Red. Mashed Instant Potatoes, Mashed provides 1.1g 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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