Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pepper Steak
Wildfire, Inc.Stuffed Shells
Papa Pasquale Ravioli And Pasta Co., Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pepper Steak | Stuffed Shells |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 33.0g | 16.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 18.0g | 10.0g |
| Fat | 19.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pepper Steak vs Stuffed Shells: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Pepper Steak has very high impact (BSI 60.6) compared to Stuffed Shells's high impact (BSI 31.1). Pepper Steak contains 17.0g more carbs per serving, Pepper Steak provides 2.0g more fiber. Stuffed Shells 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.
Pepper Steak
Stuffed Shells
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Nutritional Labels
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Pepper Steak
Serving size 283.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 28.0g 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:
PEPPER STEAK SAUCE (WATER, PINEAPPLE JUICE [PINEAPPLE JUICE, ASCORBIC ACID (VITAMIN C), VITAMIN E, AND VITAMIN A], SOY SAUCE [WATER, WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE], BALSAMIC VINEGAR (BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA CONTAINS SULFITES), WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE [DISTILLED VINEGAR, MOLASSES, CORN SYRUP, WATER, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, SUGAR, SPICES, ANCHOVY PUREE, NATURAL FLAVOR), UNSALTED BUTTER (CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORINGS), FLOUR [BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, ENZYME], UNSALTED BUTTER (CREAM, NATURAL FLAVORINGS), GARLIC, LEMON JUICE (FILTERED WATER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SODIUM BISULFITE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM BENZOATE, (PRESERVATIVE), LEMON OIL), OREGANO, KOSHER SALT, PARSLEY, CHILI FLAKES, BEEF BASE [ROASTED BEEF AND JUICES, SALT, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, SUGAR, BEEF FLAVOR [YEAST EXTRACT, MALTODEXTRIN, FLAVORING (CONTAINS CANOLA OIL), BEEF STOCK, LACTIC ACID, CALCIUM LACTATE, GRILL (CONTAINS SOYBEAN AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL)], BEEF BROTH, HYDROLYZED TORULA AND BREWERS YEAST PROTEIN, ONION POWDER, CARAMEL COLOR, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, FLAVORING], DIJON MUSTARD (WATER, VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, WHITE WINE, FRUIT PECTIN, CITRIC ACID, TARTARIC ACID, SUGAR, SPICE), BLACK PEPPER COARSE, RED CHILI FLAKES, GARLIC, ORZO (SEMOLINA, DURUM FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON [FERROUS SULFATE], THIAMINE, MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), BRAISED SEASONED BONELESS BEEF CHUCK CUBES (BEEF, WATER, SEASONING, [SALT, SPICES (BLACK PEPPER, WHITE PEPPER), DEHYDRATED GARLIC, CANOLA OIL], MARINADE (DEHYDRATED) [MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, AND SALT], SEA SALT), PEPPERS AND ONIONS (ONIONS, GREEN AND RED PEPPERS, OLIVE OIL, CORN OIL, GARLIC, DIJON MUSTARD [WATER, VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SALT, WHITE WINE, FRUIT PECTIN, TARTARIC ACID, SUGAR, SPICE), SALT, BLACK PEPPER, ROSEMARY, OREGANO, THYME, CURRY POWDER, TARRAGON), ROASTED MUSHROOMS (SLICED MUSHROOMS, BALSAMIC VINEGAR [BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF MODENA CONTAINS SULFITES], VEGETABLE OIL, OLIVE OIL, SUGAR, SALT, BLACK PEPPER, GARLIC, SHALLOTS, ROSEMARY, THYME).
Stuffed Shells
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 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:
EXTRA FANCY DURUM WHEAT (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMIN MONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID) WATER, EGGS. IMPASTATA (PASTEURIZED WHOLE MILK, STARTER, SALT) RICOTTA (PASTEURIZED WHOLE MILK, STARTER, MILK) PECORINO ROMANO (COW'S MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, CELLULOSE, EZYMES) MOZZARELLA (PASTEURIZED WHOLE, VINEGAR AND HANNILASE) PARMESAN (COWS MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT AND ENZYMES) SAUCE INGREDIENTS: CRUSHED TOMATOES(FRESH TOMATOES AND SALT.) CANOLA OIL, ONIONS, GARLIC, SALT AND PEPPER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
Compare the vitamin and mineral content of both foods as percentage of daily values.
Pepper Steak
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Stuffed Shells
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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: Pepper Steak has a BSI of 60.6 while Stuffed Shells has a BSI of 31.1. Stuffed Shells has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Stuffed Shells appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 31.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pepper Steak contains 11.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Stuffed Shells contains 14.2g per 100g. Pepper Steak has 2.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pepper Steak provides 0.7g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Stuffed Shells. 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.
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