Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Pulled Pork
Safeway, Inc.Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked
Giant Eagle, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Pulled Pork | Hardwood Smo... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 24.0g | 1.0g |
| Sugars | 22.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 20.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 13.0g | 6.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Pulled Pork vs Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Pulled Pork has high impact (BSI 46.0) compared to Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked's minimal impact (BSI 1.8). Pulled Pork contains 23.0g more carbs per serving. Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked 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.
Pulled Pork
Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked
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Nutritional Labels
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Pulled Pork
Serving size 140.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
PORK, BBQ SAUCE (VINEGAR, SUGAR, TOMATO PASTE, WATER, MOLASSES, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SALT, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, SPICES, ONION, GARLIC, CARAMEL, NATURAL FLAVOR), WATER, SEASONING (SUGAR, SALT, DEXTROSE, PAPRIKA, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SPICES, ONION POWDER, CARAMEL COLOR, BEET POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, EXTRACTIVES OF PAPRIKA), SALT, DEXTROSE AND SODIUM PHOSPHATE.
Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked
Serving size 15.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
BACON (CURED WITH: WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SMOKE FLAVORING, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.)
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Pulled Pork
Minerals
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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: Pulled Pork has a BSI of 46.0 while Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked has a BSI of 1.8. Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 1.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Pulled Pork contains 17.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked contains 6.7g per 100g. Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked has 10.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Pulled Pork provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Hardwood Smoked Fully Cooked Sliced Bacon, Hardwood Smoked. 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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