Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate
Cheese Tortellini Pasta
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Montebello, ... | Cheese Torte... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 44.0g | 40.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 7.0g | 9.0g |
| Fat | 1.0g | 3.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate
Cheese Tortellini Pasta
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Nutritional Labels
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Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate
Serving size 56.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 41.0g 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:
ORGANIC DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA.
Cheese Tortellini Pasta
Serving size 127.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 37.0g 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 SEMOLINA FLOUR (SEMOLINA FLOUR [NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, RICOTTA CHEESE (WHEY, VINEGAR, SALT), WHEAT FLOUR, ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW'S AND/OR SHEEP'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, AND ENZYMES), ASIAGO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, DIETARY FIBER, PASTEURIZED WHOLE EGGS, MILK, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, SPICES, BETA CAROTENE (COLOR).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Montebello, Organic Pe...
Minerals
Cheese Tortellini Pasta
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Cheese Tortellini Pasta
Food Tags
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Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate 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: Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate has a BSI of 81.6 while Cheese Tortellini Pasta has a BSI of 72.6. Cheese Tortellini Pasta has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cheese Tortellini Pasta appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 72.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate contains 78.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheese Tortellini Pasta contains 31.5g per 100g. Cheese Tortellini Pasta has 47.1g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate provides 3.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.4g in Cheese Tortellini Pasta. Montebello, Organic Penne Rigate provides 1.2g 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 pasta by shape & type category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.