Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar
Walgreens Co.Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion
Continental Airlines, Inc./Chelsea Catering DivisionComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pita Stack, ... | Sandwich Bun... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 59.0g | 53.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 11.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.1g |
| Protein | 25.0g | 28.0g |
| Fat | 33.0g | 23.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar vs Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion: Both have similar blood sugar impact with BSI scores of 100.0 and 99.5 respectively. Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar contains 6.0g more carbs per serving. Choose based on your nutritional preferences and portion size for optimal blood sugar management.
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.
Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar
Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion
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Nutritional Labels
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Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar
Serving size 255.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 52.0g 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:
PITA BREAD (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [CONTAINS NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID], WATER, YEAST, SALT AND CALCIUM PROPIONATE ADDED AS A PRESERVATIVE), HAM (A PORTION OF GROUND HAM ADDED CURED WITH WATER, DEXTROSE, SALT, SODIUM LACTATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM DIACETATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE), MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, EGG YOLKS, WHOLE EGG, WATER, DISTILLED VINEGAR, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, SUGAR, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA ADDED TO PROTECT FLAVOR, NATURAL FLAVORS), MILD CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO COLOR), LETTUCE.
Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion
Serving size 221.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 40.9g 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:
EVERYTHING BUN: (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [WHEAT FLOUR, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], WATER, SUGAR, PALM OIL, YEAST, DOUGH CONDITIONER [WHEAT FLOUR, DIACETYL TARTARIC ACID ESTERS OF MONO-DIGLYCERIDES [DATEM], CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SOYBEAN OIL, L. CYSTEINE, ENZYME, ASCORBIC ACID, AZODICARBONAMIDE [ADA]], SALT, DOUGH EXTENDER [WHEAT FLOUR, MONOGLYCERIDES, GUAR GUM, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: ENZYME, SOYBEAN OIL], CALCIUM PROPIONATE, DRY MALT, DOUGH CONDITIONER [CORN FLOUR, TURMERIC, MONO-DIGLYCERIDES, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: PAPRIKA, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS] SHINE AGENT [CASEIN [MILK], DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, SOYA LECITHIN, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CARRAGEENAN, TURMERIC, PAPRIKA], TOPPING [ONION, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT POPPY SEED, GRANULATED GARLIC], SESAME SEED), PRIVATE SELECTION WILDFLOWER HONEY HAM (CURED WITH: WATER, HONEY SUGAR, SALT, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, AND SODIUM NITRITE), SWISS CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), CARAMELIZED ONIONS (ONION, SWEET, RAW, BUTTER, UNSALTED, SUGAR, WHITE GRANULATED), BACON (FULLY COOKED BACON CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE).
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: Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar has a BSI of 100.0 while Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion has a BSI of 99.5. Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 99.5. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar contains 23.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion contains 24.0g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Pita Stack, Ham & Cheddar provides 0.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.5g in Sandwich Bun, Ham, Swish & Caramelized Onion. 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 prepared subs & sandwiches category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.