Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pork Tamales
Circle Foods, LlcBeef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers
Don Miguel Mexican Foods, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pork Tamales | Beef Steak B... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 24.0g | 62.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 17.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pork Tamales vs Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers has extremely high impact (BSI 100.0) compared to Pork Tamales's high impact (BSI 42.6). Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers contains 38.0g more carbs per serving, Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers provides 2.0g more fiber. Pork Tamales 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.
Pork Tamales
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Nutritional Labels
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Pork Tamales
Serving size 142.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 21.0g 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:
MASA: WATER, STONE GROUND CORN (CORN, LIME), LARD, SALT, DEHYDRATED CHICKEN BROTH, HYDROXIPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE, CORN OIL, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA. FILLING: PORK (PORK, SALT), WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF JALAPENO PEPPERS (JALAPENOS, WATER, VINEGAR, SALT), DRIED RED CHILLIES, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, TOMATO PASTE, CORN OIL, SALT, GARLIC (GARLIC, CITRIC ACID), SPICES.
Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers
Serving size 198.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 56.0g 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:
FILLING: BEEF STEAK STRIPS (BEEF, WATER, LESS THAN 2% SALT, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, CHILI PEPPER, SPICE, CANE SUGAR, GRILL FLAVOR [TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, SUNFLOWER OIL, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE], NATURAL FLAVORS, FLAVORING), COOKED BEANS (WATER, BEANS), WATER, ONIONS, JALAPENO PEPPERS (JALAPENO PEPPERS, WATER, VINEGAR, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), TOMATOES (TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, GREEN CHILES, BELL PEPPERS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: VINEGAR, HYDROLYZED CORN GLUTEN, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, HYDROLYZED WHEAT GLUTEN, DEHYDRATED ONION, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED RED CHILE PEPPER, SALT, DEXTROSE, FLAVORINGS, SPICES, DISODIUM INOSINATE & DISODIUM GUANYLATE, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SPICE EXTRACTIVE. TORTILLA: BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR ENRICHED (NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SALT, BAKING POWDER (CORN STARCH, SODIUM BICARBONATE, SODIUM ALUMINUM SULFATE, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), EMULSIFIERS (GUAR GUM, MONO & DIGLYCERIDES, RICE FLOUR), GUAR GUM, SODIUM METABISULFITE.
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: Pork Tamales has a BSI of 42.6 while Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers has a BSI of 100.0. Pork Tamales has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Pork Tamales appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 42.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pork Tamales contains 16.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers contains 31.3g per 100g. Pork Tamales has 14.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pork Tamales provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 2.0g in Beef Steak Burrito, Jalapeno Peppers. 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 wraps and burittos category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.