Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pesto Pasta Bowl
Portabella Breaded Cutlets
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pesto Pasta ... | Portabella B... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 35.0g | 28.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 6.0g |
| Fat | 24.0g | 9.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Pesto Pasta Bowl
Portabella Breaded Cutlets
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Nutritional Labels
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Pesto Pasta Bowl
Serving size 253.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 31.0g 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:
WHOLE GRAIN PASTA, PESTO (BASIL, CANOLA OIL, WATER, PARMESAN CHEESE, GARLIC, SALT), RED ONION, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, CANOLA OIL, LEMON JUICE, SALT, PEPPER), TOMATOES, MOZZARELLA PEARLS, SPINACH
Portabella Breaded Cutlets
Serving size 142.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.0g 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:
PORTABELLA MUSHROOMS, WHEAT FLOUR, SUGAR, YEAST, WATER, CANOLA OIL, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, TAPIOCA STARCH, MALTODEXTRIN, SALT, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM COW'S MILK, CULTURES, ENZYMES, SALT), SPICES, EGG WHITE, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, VINEGAR, DEHYDRATED PARSLEY, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, PASTEURIZED CREAM, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Pesto Pasta Bowl
Minerals
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Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Pesto Pasta Bowl
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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: Pesto Pasta Bowl has a BSI of 68.3 while Portabella Breaded Cutlets, Portabella has a BSI of 53.1. Portabella Breaded Cutlets, Portabella has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Portabella Breaded Cutlets, Portabella appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 53.1. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pesto Pasta Bowl contains 13.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Portabella Breaded Cutlets, Portabella contains 19.7g per 100g. Pesto Pasta Bowl has 5.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pesto Pasta Bowl provides 0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Portabella Breaded Cutlets, Portabella. 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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