Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mexican Rice Mix
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mexican Rice... | Weis Quality... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 34.0g | 33.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 1.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Mexican Rice Mix
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Mexican Rice Mix
Serving size 45.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* 33.0g 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:
ENRICHED PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE, TOMATO POWDER, NO-MSG CHICKEN STOCK (SALT, CORN MEAL, SUGAR, MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST EXTRACT, HYDROLZYED VEGETABLE PROTEIN, DEHYDRATED CHICKEN, SODIUM ALUMINOSILICATE (TO PREVENT CAKING), GRANULATED ONION, TURMERIC, PARSLEY, CELERY EXTRACT, GARLIC, PEPPER), SALT, DEHYDRATED CARROTS, GRANULATED ONION, FREEZE DRIED CORN, GARLIC, FREEZE DRIED PEAS.
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice
Serving size 43.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 31.0g 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:
PRECOOKED PARBOILED WHOLE GRAIN BROWN RICE.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Mexican Rice Mix
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Mexican Rice Mix 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: Mexican Rice Mix, Mexican has a BSI of 66.8 while Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice has a BSI of 60.6. Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 60.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Mexican Rice Mix, Mexican contains 75.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice contains 76.7g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Mexican Rice Mix, Mexican provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 4.7g in Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice. Weis Quality, Brown Whole Grain Instant Rice provides 4.7g 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 flavored rice dishes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.