Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Potato Gratin
Creamed Spinach
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Potato Gratin | Creamed Spinach |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 14.0g | 9.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 8.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 8.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Potato Gratin
Creamed Spinach
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Potato Gratin
Serving size 120.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 12.0g 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:
POTATO AU GRATIN SAUCE [REDUCED FAT MILK, WATER, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO FOR COLOR), SWISS CHEESE (PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), UNSALTED BUTTER (PASTEURIZED CREAM, NATURAL FLAVOR, LACTIC ACID, STARTER DISTILLATE), CORN STARCH, SALT, BLACK PEPPER, NUTMEG], POTATO [POTATO, CITRIC ACID (TO PRESERVE COLOR)], SWISS CHEESE (PART-SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES).
Creamed Spinach
Serving size 100.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 5.0g 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 MILK (MILK, VITAMIN D3), SPINACH, ONIONS, BUTTER (PASTEURIZED SWEET CREAM), UNBLEACHED UNENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR, MANUFACTURING CREAM (PASTEURIZED MANUFACTURING CREAM, CARRAGEENAN), VEGETABLE BASE (SAUTEED VEGETABLES {CARROTS, CELERY, ONIONS}, EVAPORATED CANE SUGAR, NATIVE STARCH, SALT AND NATURAL FLAVORING), SEA SALT, SPICE, WHITE PEPPER, CAYENNE PEPPER.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Potato Gratin
Vitamins
Minerals
Creamed Spinach
Vitamins
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Potato Gratin
Creamed Spinach
Food Tags
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Potato Gratin Tags
Creamed Spinach Tags
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: Potato Gratin has a BSI of 25.5 while Creamed Spinach has a BSI of 15.8. Creamed Spinach has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Creamed Spinach appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 15.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Potato Gratin contains 11.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Creamed Spinach contains 9.0g per 100g. Creamed Spinach has 2.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Potato Gratin provides 0.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.0g in Creamed Spinach. 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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