Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens
The Clh Group Usa, Inc.Macaroni Salad, Macaroni
Wawa IncorporatedComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Orzo, Chickp... | Macaroni Sal... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 21.0g | 28.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 6.0g |
| Fiber | 3.1g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 5.0g | 4.0g |
| Fat | 21.0g | 10.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens vs Macaroni Salad, Macaroni: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Macaroni Salad, Macaroni has very high impact (BSI 51.0) compared to Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens's high impact (BSI 35.0). Macaroni Salad, Macaroni contains 7.0g more carbs per serving, Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens provides 1.1g more fiber. Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens 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.
Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens
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Nutritional Labels
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Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens
Serving size 170.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 16.9g 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:
ITALIAN HERB DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, DISTILLED VINEGAR, OLIVE OIL, RED WINE VINEGAR, OLIVES, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: ONION, SALT, ROMANO CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], SPICE, XANTHAN GUM, RICE STARCH, GARLIC, CARAMEL COLOR), KALE, CHICK PEA (CHICK PEA, WATER, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE ADDED AS A FIRMING AGENT, DISODIUM EDTA TO PRESERVE COLOR), ORZO (DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA [ENRICHED WITH IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), B VITAMINS [NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), BABY SPINACH, RED BELL PEPPER, CELERY, ARUGULA, OLIVE OIL.
Macaroni Salad, Macaroni
Serving size 128.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 20.0g 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:
COOKED CAVATAPPI PASTA (WATER, ENRICHED CAVATAPPI MACARONI PASTA (SEMOLINA (WHEAT), NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL), LITE MAYONNAISE (WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, WHOLE EGGS. EGG YOLKS, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SUGAR, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, GROUND MUSTARD, GUAR GUM, DRIED ONION, XANTHAN GUM), SCALLION, CELERY, CARROT, SOUR CREAM (CULTURED PASTEURIZED GRADE A CREAM, NONFAT MILK SOLIDS, ENZYME), SUGAR, WHITE DISTILLED VINEGAR (DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER. REDUCED TO 4% ACIDITY FOR UNIFORM PICKLING AND TABLE STRENGTH), SEA SALT, WHITE PEPPER, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens has a BSI of 35.0 while Macaroni Salad, Macaroni has a BSI of 51.0. Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 35.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens contains 12.4g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Macaroni Salad, Macaroni contains 21.9g per 100g. Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens has 9.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Orzo, Chickpeas With Greens provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.6g in Macaroni Salad, Macaroni. 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 deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.