Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes
Cheese Croquettes
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pepper Jack ... | Cheese Croqu... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 9.0g | 20.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 4.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 3.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 20.0g | 7.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes
Cheese Croquettes
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Nutritional Labels
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Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes
Serving size 85.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 8.0g 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:
SALMON, MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, VINEGAR, EGGS, EGG YOLKS, SALT, SUGAR, WATER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, GROUND RED PEPPER, DRIED GARLIC, MUSTARD OIL), PANKO BREADCRUMBS (WHEAT FLOUR, CANE SUGAR, YEAST, SEA SALT), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, POWDERED CELLULOSE [ANTI-CAKING AGENT]), LIQUID EGGS (WHOLE EGGS, CITRIC ACID), GREEN ONION, JALAPENO PEPPER, LEMON JUICE (MEYER LEMON JUICE AND LEMON JUICE, NATURAL FLAVORS), WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE (DISTILLED WHITE VINEGAR, MOLASSES, SUGAR, WATER, SALT, ONIONS, ANCHOVIES, GARLIC, CLOVES, TAMARIND EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORINGS, CHILI PEPPER EXTRACT), SALT, GARLIC, BLACK PEPPER, RED CHILI PEPPER FLAKES.
Cheese Croquettes
Serving size 90.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
MILK, WHEAT FLOUR, MARGARINE [FAT AND VEGETABLE OILS OF COCONUT, PALM AND SUNFLOWER IN VARIABLE PROPORTION, WATER, EMULSIFIER (MONO AND DI GLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS), SALT, ACID (CITRIC ACID)), EMMENTHAL CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW MILK, SALT, LACTIC STARTERS, MICROBIAL LIQUID RENNET], SIZING AGENT [GLUCOSE SYRUP, SUGAR, WHEAT FLOUR, DEXTROSE, SALT, STABILIZER (E466), WHEAT GLUTEN], BREADCRUMBS [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED WHEAT FLOUR, WATER, YEAST, WHEAT DEXTROSE, SPICES, SALT], SALT, SPICES, SUNFLOWER OIL.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes
Vitamins
Minerals
Cheese Croquettes
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes
Cheese Croquettes
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: Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes, Pepper Jack Salmon has a BSI of 16.8 while Cheese Croquettes, Cheese has a BSI of 33.2. Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes, Pepper Jack Salmon has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes, Pepper Jack Salmon appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 16.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes, Pepper Jack Salmon contains 10.6g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cheese Croquettes, Cheese contains 22.2g per 100g. Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes, Pepper Jack Salmon has 11.6g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pepper Jack Salmon Cakes, Pepper Jack Salmon provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.3g in Cheese Croquettes, Cheese. Cheese Croquettes, Cheese provides 3.3g 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.
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