Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Original Tortilla Chips, Original
La Morenita Market IncTortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese
Frito Lay CompanyComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Original Tor... | Tortilla Chi... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 18.0g | 17.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Original Tortilla Chips, Original
Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese
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Nutritional Labels
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Original Tortilla Chips, Original
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 16.0g 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:
CORN MASA FLOUR, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL. SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CELLULOSE GUM, GUAR GUM, AMYLASE, AND PROPIONIC ACID, BENZOIC ACID AND PHOSPHORIC ACID (TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS)
Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese
Serving size 28.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 15.0g 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:
CORN, VEGETABLE OIL (CORN, CANOLA, AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), MALTODEXTRIN (MADE FROM CORN), SALT, WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, SPICES, ONION POWDER, CREAM, TOMATO POWDER, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SODIUM DIACETATE, BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), POTASSIUM SALT, SOUR CREAM (CULTURED CREAM, SKIM MILK), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), GARLIC POWDER, SWISS CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), JALAPEO PEPPER, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (YELLOW 5, YELLOW 6), MIXED TOCOPHEROLS (ANTIOXIDANT)
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Ingredient Analysis
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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: Original Tortilla Chips, Original has a BSI of 30.5 while Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese has a BSI of 30.2. Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 30.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Original Tortilla Chips, Original contains 64.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese contains 60.7g per 100g. Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese has 3.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Original Tortilla Chips, Original provides 7.1g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.6g in Tortilla Chips Cheese Flavored, Cheese. Original Tortilla Chips, Original provides 3.5g 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 chips, pretzels & snacks category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.