Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Medium Salsa Con Queso
2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Medium Salsa... | 2% Lowfat Sm... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 5.0g | 5.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 1.0g | 12.0g |
| Fat | 2.5g | 2.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Medium Salsa Con Queso
2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Medium Salsa Con Queso
Serving size 34.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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, SKIM MILK, MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), VEGETABLE OIL (CORN, SUNFLOWER, AND/OR CANOLA OIL), MODIFIED CORN STARCH, DICED TOMATOES IN TOMATO JUICE, JALAPENO PEPPERS, CHILE PEPPERS, RED BELL PEPPERS, MALTODEXTRIN (MADE FROM CORN), AND 2% OR LESS OF THE FOLLOWING: SALT, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), NATURAL FLAVORS, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, DATEM, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SPICE, AND ARTIFICIAL COLOR (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6).
2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese
Serving size 112.0 MGg
% 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 CULTURED SKIM MILK, CREAM, SALT, GUAR GUM, LOCUST BEAN GUM, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, XANTHAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN, POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO RETARD SPOILAGE), CITRIC ACID, VITAMIN A PALMITATE AND ENZYMES.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Medium Salsa Con Queso
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2% Lowfat Small Curd C...
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Medium Salsa Con Queso Tags
2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage 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: Medium Salsa Con Queso, Medium has a BSI of 7.9 while 2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese has a BSI of 8.7. Medium Salsa Con Queso, Medium has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Medium Salsa Con Queso, Medium appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 7.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Medium Salsa Con Queso, Medium contains 14.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while 2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese contains 4.5g per 100g. 2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese has 10.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Medium Salsa Con Queso, Medium provides 2.9g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in 2% Lowfat Small Curd Cottage Cheese. Medium Salsa Con Queso, Medium provides 2.9g 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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