Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Mushroom Risotto
Ahold Usa, Inc.Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix
Supervalu, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Mushroom Ris... | Essential Ev... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.0g | 51.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 4.0g | 7.0g |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1.5g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Mushroom Risotto vs Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix has extremely high impact (BSI 97.7) compared to Mushroom Risotto's very high impact (BSI 62.8). Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix contains 18.0g more carbs per serving. Mushroom Risotto is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
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.
Mushroom Risotto
Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Mushroom Risotto
Serving size 45.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 32.0g 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:
CARNAROLI RICE, PORCINI MUSHROOMS* (BOLETUS EDULIS AND RELATED GROUP), CHAMPIGNON MUSHROOMS*, SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS* (LENTINUS EDODES), PARSLEY*, LEEK*, GARLIC*.
Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix
Serving size 70.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 50.0g 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 LONG GRAIN RICE (RICE, IRON [FERRIC PHOSPHATE], NIACIN [NIACINAMIDE], THIAMIN [THIMIN MONONITRATE], FOLIC ACID), ENRICHED ORZO (DURUM SEMOLINA FLOUR, NIACIN [NIACINAMIDE], IRON [FERROUS SULFATE], THIAMIN [THIAMIN MONONITRATE], RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), PILAF SEASONING (SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, NATURAL FLAVORS, ONION POWDER, DEHYDRATED CHICKEN BROTH, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED SOYBEAN OIL, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, SPICES, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, LESS THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE AS A PROCESSING AID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Mushroom Risotto
No significant vitamin or mineral data available
Essential Everyday, Pi...
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Minerals
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: Mushroom Risotto has a BSI of 62.8 while Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix has a BSI of 97.7. Mushroom Risotto has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mushroom Risotto appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 62.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Mushroom Risotto contains 73.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix contains 72.9g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Mushroom Risotto provides 2.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.4g in Essential Everyday, Pilaf Rice Mix. 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 flavored rice dishes category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.