Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce
Red Pesto
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Meat Flavore... | Red Pesto |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 12.0g | 2.0g |
| Sugars | 8.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 1.5g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce
Red Pesto
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Nutritional Labels
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Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce
Serving size 120.0 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:
TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), DICED TOMATOES IN JUICE (DICED TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: BEEF, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, SPICES, GARLIC, ONION POWDER, CITRIC ACID, BEEF EXTRACT (BEEF STOCK, AUTOLYZED YEAST, SALT, FLAVORING), YEAST EXTRACT.
Red Pesto
Serving size 28.0 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:
TOMATO SAUCE, SUNFLOWER OIL, BASIL, REHYDRATED SUNDRIED TOMATOES, GRANA PADANO CHEESE (COW'S MILK, SALT, RENNET, PRESERVATIVE LYSOZYME FROM EGG), PEPPERS, PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE (SHEEP'S MILK, SALT, RENNET), PINE NUTS, CASHEWS, SALT, WINE VINEGAR, CITRIC ACID, ASCORBIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce
Minerals
Red Pesto
Vitamins
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Ingredient Analysis
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Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce
Red Pesto
Food Tags
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Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce 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: Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce, Meat has a BSI of 17.9 while Red Pesto, Red has a BSI of 1.9. Red Pesto, Red has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Red Pesto, Red appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce, Meat contains 10.0g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Red Pesto, Red contains 7.1g per 100g. Red Pesto, Red has 2.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Meat Flavored Pasta Sauce, Meat provides 2.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Red Pesto, Red. Red Pesto, Red 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.