Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mini Turkey Sandwiches
Sloppy Joe
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mini Turkey ... | Sloppy Joe |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 11.0g |
| Sugars | 7.0g | 5.0g |
| Fiber | 1.9g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 21.0g | 15.0g |
| Fat | 12.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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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.
Mini Turkey Sandwiches
Sloppy Joe
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Mini Turkey Sandwiches
Serving size 149.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 27.1g 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:
ROLL (WHEAT AND MALTED BARLEY FLOUR [CONTAINS NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, SUGAR, PALM OIL, NONFAT DRY MILK, YEAST, EGGS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, NATURAL WHEAT SOUR, ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], CULTURED WHEAT STARCH AND WHEAT FLOUR, CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR, DOUGH CONDITIONER [WHEAT FLOUR, ENZYMES]), FULLY COOKED TURKEY BREAST (TURKEY BREAST, TURKEY BROTH, LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, DEXTROSE, CARRAGEENAN, SODIUM PHOSPHATE), MILD CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO [COLOR]), LETTUCE.
Sloppy Joe
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 4.0g 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:
GROUND BEEF, WATER, APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, TOMATO PASTE, GREEN BELL PEPPERS, BROWN SUGAR, TEXTURED SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE WITH CARAMEL COLOR, ONIONS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF CHILI PEPPER, SPICES, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (DISTILLED WHITE VINEGAR, MOLASSES, SUGAR, WATER, SALT, ONIONS, ANCHOVIES, GARLIC, CLOVES, TAMARIND EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORINGS, CHILI PEPPER EXTRACT), GARLIC POWDER, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, ISOLATED SOY PROTEIN, CITRIC ACID, XANTHAN GUM, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Mini Turkey Sandwiches
Vitamins
Minerals
Sloppy Joe
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Mini Turkey Sandwiches
Sloppy Joe
Food 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: Mini Turkey Sandwiches has a BSI of 65.4 while Sloppy Joe has a BSI of 17.3. Sloppy Joe has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sloppy Joe appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 17.3. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Mini Turkey Sandwiches contains 24.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sloppy Joe contains 9.7g per 100g. Sloppy Joe has 14.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Mini Turkey Sandwiches provides 1.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.8g in Sloppy Joe. 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the prepared subs & sandwiches category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.